For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 204 students in Grafton, IL.
The top ranked public school in Grafton, IL is Grafton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Grafton, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Grafton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Grafton, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grafton Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Grafton Hills Dr
Grafton, IL 62037
(618) 786-3388
Grafton, IL 62037
(618) 786-3388
Gr: PK-4 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Il Youth Center - Pere Marquette
Alternative School
17808 State Highway 100 W
Grafton, IL 62037
(618) 786-2371
Grafton, IL 62037
(618) 786-2371
Gr: 8-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Grafton, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Grafton, IL include Grafton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Grafton?
2 public schools are located in Grafton.
What is the racial composition of students in Grafton?
Grafton public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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