For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 735 students in Mackinaw, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Mackinaw, IL are Dee-mack Primary/jr High School and Dee-mack High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mackinaw, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Mackinaw have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mackinaw, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dee-mack Primary/jr High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 E Fifth St
Mackinaw, IL 61755
(309) 359-4321
Mackinaw, IL 61755
(309) 359-4321
Gr: PK-8 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Dee-mack High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 E Fifth St
Mackinaw, IL 61755
(309) 359-4421
Mackinaw, IL 61755
(309) 359-4421
Gr: 9-12 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mackinaw, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Mackinaw, IL include Dee-mack Primary/jr High School and Dee-mack High School.
How many public schools are located in Mackinaw?
2 public schools are located in Mackinaw.
What is the racial composition of students in Mackinaw?
Mackinaw public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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