For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 735 students in Mackinaw, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Mackinaw, IL are Dee-mack Primary/jr High School and Dee-mack High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mackinaw, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Mackinaw have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Mackinaw, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dee-mack Primary/jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 E Fifth St
Mackinaw, IL 61755
(309) 359-4321
Mackinaw, IL 61755
(309) 359-4321
Grades: PK-8
| 446 students
Rank: #22.
Dee-mack High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 E Fifth St
Mackinaw, IL 61755
(309) 359-4421
Mackinaw, IL 61755
(309) 359-4421
Grades: 9-12
| 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mackinaw, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Mackinaw, IL include Dee-mack Primary/jr High School and Dee-mack High School.
How many public schools are located in Mackinaw?
2 public schools are located in Mackinaw.
What is the racial composition of students in Mackinaw?
Mackinaw 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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