For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 183 students in Farina, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Farina, IL is South Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Farina, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Farina have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Farina, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Central High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 W Washington St
Farina, IL 62838
(618) 245-3363
Farina, IL 62838
(618) 245-3363
Gr: 9-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Farina, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Farina, IL include South Central High School.
How many public schools are located in Farina?
1 public schools are located in Farina.
What is the racial composition of students in Farina?
Farina public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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