For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 479 students in Payson, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Payson, IL are Seymour Elementary School and Seymour High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Payson, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Payson have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Payson, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Seymour Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
404 W State St
Payson, IL 62360
(217) 656-3323
Payson, IL 62360
(217) 656-3323
Gr: PK-6 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Seymour High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
420 W Brainard St
Payson, IL 62360
(217) 656-3355
Payson, IL 62360
(217) 656-3355
Gr: 7-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Payson, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Payson, IL include Seymour Elementary School and Seymour High School.
How many public schools are located in Payson?
2 public schools are located in Payson.
What is the racial composition of students in Payson?
Payson public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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