For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,223 students in Ottawa, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in Ottawa, IL is Ottawa Township High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ottawa, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Ottawa have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Ottawa, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ottawa Township High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Ottawa, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ottawa Township High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
211 E Main St
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 433-1323
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 433-1323
Gr: 9-12 | 1,223 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Lasalle Co Detention Center 9-12
Alternative School
707 Etna Rd
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 434-8300
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 434-8300
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Lmp Regional Office Of Education
Alternative School
119 W Madison St Ste 102
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 434-0780
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 434-0780
Gr: 4-12
Rank: n/an/a
Roe 35 Regional Work Study Progra
Alternative School
321 W Main St
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 258-4765
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 258-4765
Gr: 12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Ottawa, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Ottawa, IL include Ottawa Township High School.
How many public high schools are located in Ottawa?
4 public high schools are located in Ottawa.
What is the racial composition of students in Ottawa?
Ottawa public high schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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