For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 234 students in 61817, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 61817, IL is Salt Fork High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 61817 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61817, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61817 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Salt Fork 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61817, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salt Fork High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 W Vermilion St
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5331
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5331
Grades: 9-12
| 234 students
61817, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
216 N Webster St
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5421
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5421
Grades: PK-8
| 372 students
701 W Vermilion St
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5331
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5331
Grades: 9-12
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 61817, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 61817, IL include Salt Fork High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61817?
1 public high schools are located in 61817.
What is the racial composition of students in 61817?
61817 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles

Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children鈥檚 wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.

Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.

What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we鈥檒l take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.