Best 61953 Illinois Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 299 students in 61953, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 61953, IL is Tuscola High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 61953 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61953, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61953 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tuscola High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61953, IL Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tuscola High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
500 S Prairie St
Tuscola, IL 61953
(217) 253-2377
Gr: 9-12 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61953, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61953, IL include Tuscola High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61953?
1 public high schools are located in 61953.
What is the racial composition of students in 61953?
61953 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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