For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 541 students in Smithton, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 83 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Smithton, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in Smithton, IL is Smithton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithton, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Smithton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Smithton, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithton Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
316 S Hickory St
Smithton, IL 62285
(618) 233-6863
Smithton, IL 62285
(618) 233-6863
Gr: PK-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Smithton, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Smithton, IL include Smithton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Smithton?
1 public schools are located in Smithton.
What percentage of students in Smithton go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Smithton are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Smithton?
Smithton public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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