For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,547 students in Metropolis, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Metropolis, IL are Franklin Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Massac Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Metropolis, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Metropolis have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Metropolis, IL (2026)
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 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Massac Jr High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3028 Old Marion Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2645
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2645
Gr: 7-8 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Massac County High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2841 Old Marion Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Gr: 9-12 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
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 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Metropolis, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Metropolis, IL include Franklin Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Massac Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in Metropolis?
5 public schools are located in Metropolis.
What is the racial composition of students in Metropolis?
Metropolis public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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