For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 364 students in Hume, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Hume, IL are Shiloh Elementary School and Shiloh High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hume, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Hume have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hume, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shiloh Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21751 N 575th St
Hume, IL 61932
(217) 531-1850
Hume, IL 61932
(217) 531-1850
Grades: PK-8
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
Shiloh High School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21751 N 575th St
Hume, IL 61932
(217) 531-1850
Hume, IL 61932
(217) 531-1850
Grades: 9-12
| 114 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hume, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Hume, IL include Shiloh Elementary School and Shiloh High School.
How many public schools are located in Hume?
2 public schools are located in Hume.
What is the racial composition of students in Hume?
Hume public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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