For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 878 students in Metropolis, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Metropolis, IL are Franklin Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Metropolis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Metropolis, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Metropolis have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Metropolis, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1006 Mount Mission Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2243
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2243
Gr: PK-6 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4915 Jefferson School Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4390
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4390
Gr: K-6 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Metropolis Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1015 Filmore St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4821
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4821
Gr: PK-6 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Maple Grove Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1698 Grand Chain Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 543-7434
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 543-7434
Gr: PK-6 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Starquest Academy Rssp South
Alternative School
1102 W 10th St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 998-1283
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 998-1283
Gr: 6-12
Metropolis, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2841 Old Marion Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Gr: 9-12
619 E 5th St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4621
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4621
Gr: PK-4 | 104 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Massac County Pre-kndrgrtnmetropolis Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1002 Catherine St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2444
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2444
Po Box 151
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4315
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4315
Gr: 5-6 | 183 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Metropolis, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Metropolis, IL include Franklin Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Metropolis Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Metropolis?
5 public elementary schools are located in Metropolis.
What is the racial composition of students in Metropolis?
Metropolis public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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