What types of schools are available in Pekin, Illinois?

Pekin, Illinois offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Pekin, Illinois

Q: How many schools are in Pekin, Illinois?

There are 13 schools in Pekin, Illinois, serving 5,034 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Pekin?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Pekin, Illinois, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 13 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

5,034

Total Students

Across Pekin

14.2:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

13 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%

ELA Assessment Score21%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)5 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,712 students at Pekin Community High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Rankin Elem School

publicmiddleK-8

13716 5Th St, Pekin, IL 61554

Scott Altman Primary School

publicelementaryK-3

1730 Highwood Ave, Pekin, IL 61554

Washington Intermediate School

publicmiddleGrade 4-6

501 Washington St, Pekin, IL 61554

1110 Veerman St, Pekin, IL 61554

Pekin Community High School

publichighGrade 9-12

1903 Court St, Pekin, IL 61554

Broadmoor Junior High School

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

501 Maywood Ave, Pekin, IL 61554

Edison Junior High School

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

1400 Earl St, Pekin, IL 61554

Jefferson Elem School

publicelementaryK-3

900 S Capitol St, Pekin, IL 61554

Wilson Intermediate School

publicmiddleGrade 4-6

900 Koch St, Pekin, IL 61554

C B Smith Elem School

publicelementaryK-3

1314 Matilda St, Pekin, IL 61554

Dirksen Elementary School

publicelementaryK-3

1000 Koch St, Pekin, IL 61554

L E Starke Elem School

publicelementaryK-3

1610 Holiday Dr, Pekin, IL 61554

Pekin Preschool Family Ed Center

publicelementaryPK-PK

1000 Koch St, Pekin, IL 61554

Detailed Overview of Schools in Pekin

Pekin, Illinois is home to 13 schools serving over 5,034 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Pekin, Illinois?

There are 13 schools in Pekin, serving 5,034 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Pekin?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Pekin include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Pekin?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Pekin is 14.2:1.

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