For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 329 students in Waverly, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Waverly, IL are Waverly Jr/sr High School and Waverly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waverly, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Waverly have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waverly, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waverly Jr/sr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Miller St
Waverly, IL 62692
(217) 435-2211
Waverly, IL 62692
(217) 435-2211
Gr: 7-12 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Waverly Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
499 W Elm St
Waverly, IL 62692
(217) 435-2331
Waverly, IL 62692
(217) 435-2331
Gr: PK-6 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waverly, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Waverly, IL include Waverly Jr/sr High School and Waverly Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Waverly?
2 public schools are located in Waverly.
What is the racial composition of students in Waverly?
Waverly public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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