For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 709 students in Arcola, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Arcola, IL are Arcola High School and Arcola Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arcola, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Arcola have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Arcola, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arcola High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
351 W Washington St
Arcola, IL 61910
(217) 268-4962
Arcola, IL 61910
(217) 268-4962
Gr: 7-12 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Arcola Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
351 W Washington St
Arcola, IL 61910
(217) 268-4961
Arcola, IL 61910
(217) 268-4961
Gr: PK-6 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Arcola, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Arcola, IL include Arcola High School and Arcola Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Arcola?
2 public schools are located in Arcola.
What is the racial composition of students in Arcola?
Arcola public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Arcola are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Arcola include: Arcola Elementary School vs. Arcola High School, Arcola High School vs. Arcola Elementary School
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