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Best Public High Schools in 62526 (Decatur, IL) (2026)
Public School Review - Established 2003

Best 62526 Illinois Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools in 62526, IL.

Best 62526, IL Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decatur Pub. Schs. Alt. Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1 N Educational Park Dr, Jared
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 362-3361
Gr: K-12
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Milligan Academy Rssp
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3900 N Neely Ave
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 362-3085
Gr: 6-11
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Social-emotional Learning Academy
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
620 E Garfield Ave
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 362-3310
Gr: K-12
Rank: #44.
Futures Unlimited
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3900 N Neely Ave
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 362-3080
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Macon/piatt Roe 39 Alop
Alternative School
3433 Rupp Pkwy
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 872-3721
Gr: 4-12
Rank: n/an/a
Option Three
Alternative School
3433 Rupp Pkwy
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 872-3721
Gr: 6-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62526, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62526, IL include Decatur Pub. Schs. Alt. Education, Milligan Academy Rssp and Social-emotional Learning Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 62526?
6 public high schools are located in 62526.

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