For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 343 students in Atlanta, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Atlanta, IL is Olympia South Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atlanta, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Atlanta have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Atlanta, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Olympia South Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
103 Ne 5th St
Atlanta, IL 61723
(217) 648-2302
Atlanta, IL 61723
(217) 648-2302
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Atlanta, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Atlanta, IL include Olympia South Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Atlanta?
1 public schools are located in Atlanta.
What is the racial composition of students in Atlanta?
Atlanta public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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