For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 567 students in Winchester, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Winchester, IL are Winchester Elementary School and Winchester High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winchester, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Winchester have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Winchester, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winchester Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
283 S Elm St
Winchester, IL 62694
(217) 742-9551
Winchester, IL 62694
(217) 742-9551
Gr: PK-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Winchester High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Cross St
Winchester, IL 62694
(217) 742-3151
Winchester, IL 62694
(217) 742-3151
Gr: 9-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Winchester, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Winchester, IL include Winchester Elementary School and Winchester High School.
How many public schools are located in Winchester?
2 public schools are located in Winchester.
What is the racial composition of students in Winchester?
Winchester public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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