For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 609 students in 61520, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 61520, IL is Canton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 61520 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61520, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61520 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Canton High School, with 80-84% 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 Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61520, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canton High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1001 N Main St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-1820
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-1820
Gr: 9-12 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Royals Academy Canton
Alternative School
749 E Locust St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Royals Rssp Canton
Alternative School
749 E Locust St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Gr: 6-12
61520, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Illinois River Correctional Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1300 West Locust
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-7030
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-7030
Gr: 12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61520, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61520, IL include Canton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61520?
3 public high schools are located in 61520.
What is the racial composition of students in 61520?
61520 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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