For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 195 students in Farina, IL.
The top ranked public school in Farina, IL is South Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Farina, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Farina have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Farina, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Central High School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 W Washington St
Farina, IL 62838
(618) 245-3363
Farina, IL 62838
(618) 245-3363
Grades: 9-12
| 195 students
Farina, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rr 1 Box 35-3
Farina, IL 62838
(618) 245-6112
Farina, IL 62838
(618) 245-6112
Grades: 4-5
| 104 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Farina, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Farina, IL include South Central High School.
How many public schools are located in Farina?
1 public schools are located in Farina.
What is the racial composition of students in Farina?
Farina public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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