For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 512 students in Metropolis, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in Metropolis, IL is Massac County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Metropolis, IL public high school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Metropolis have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Metropolis, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Massac County High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Metropolis, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Massac County High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2841 Old Marion Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Gr: 9-12 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Metropolis, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Metropolis, IL include Massac County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Metropolis?
1 public high schools are located in Metropolis.
What is the racial composition of students in Metropolis?
Metropolis public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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