For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 605 students in Tuscola, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Tuscola, IL are North Ward Elementary School and East Prairie Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tuscola, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Tuscola have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Tuscola, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Ward Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 N Prairie St
Tuscola, IL 61953
(217) 253-2712
Tuscola, IL 61953
(217) 253-2712
Gr: PK-4 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
East Prairie Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
409 S Prairie St
Tuscola, IL 61953
(217) 253-2828
Tuscola, IL 61953
(217) 253-2828
Gr: 5-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Tuscola, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Tuscola, IL include North Ward Elementary School and East Prairie Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Tuscola?
2 public elementary schools are located in Tuscola.
What is the racial composition of students in Tuscola?
Tuscola public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Tuscola are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Tuscola include: East Prairie Middle School vs. North Ward Elementary School, North Ward Elementary School vs. East Prairie Middle School
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