Tazewell County Schools & Education
Tazewell County, Illinois
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
64/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
89.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
89.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,092
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,250
School Score
64/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 63/100
State Score Position
#48
of 102 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Tazewell County
Measured School Summary
Tazewell County performs at an average level with a school score of 64/100 and a solid graduation rate of 89.8%.
Funding Context
Tazewell County spends $9,092 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 1% above the Illinois average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Tazewell County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
55 public schools and 20 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
64/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #48 of 102 Illinois counties with school score data.
Completion
89.8%
1.0 pts above the state average
Funding context
$9,092
$158 below the state average
School coverage
55
20 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Tazewell County has 55 public schools across 20 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Tazewell County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Large multi-district county
Tazewell County has many school records across many districts. County averages are only the opening screen; neighborhood-level assignment and grade-band fit matter more here.
State position
#48
of 102 Illinois counties with school score data. The county score is roughly in line with the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 98% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Morton CUSD 709
Elementary to high school visible
3,234 students
7 listed schools in this county slice.
Pekin PSD 108
Elementary and middle visible
3,165 students
11 listed schools in this county slice.
Pekin CSD 303
High school only in this slice
1,796 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
Washington CHSD 308
High school only in this slice
1,484 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
District reality check
Pekin PSD 108 is the largest listed district slice, with 11 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Tazewell County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Tazewell County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Which schools are missing enrollment or ratio fields, and does the district publish a newer local profile than the NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data?
Education Overview
About Schools in Tazewell County, Illinois
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Expansive Education Systems in Tazewell
Tazewell County manages a robust infrastructure of 55 public schools serving 19,050 students. This extensive network includes 29 elementary, 15 middle, and 8 high schools across 20 distinct districts.
Morton and Pekin Lead the Way
Morton CUSD 709 and Pekin PSD 108 are the major educational hubs, together serving over 6,300 students. Pekin Community High School stands as the largest single campus with 1,796 students, while the county features zero charter schools.
A Predominantly Suburban Learning Environment
With 39 of its 55 schools located in suburban settings, Tazewell offers a classic neighborhood school feel. The average school size is 366 students, providing a balance between large-scale resources and individual attention.
School Overview
Total Schools
55
in Tazewell County
Reported Enrollment
19,050
54 schools reporting
School Districts
20
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
20 School Districts in Tazewell County
Morton CUSD 709
Pekin PSD 108
Pekin CSD 303
Washington CHSD 308
East Peoria SD 86
Central SD 51
Deer Creek-Mackinaw CUSD 701
East Peoria CHSD 309
Tremont CUSD 702
Midwest Central CUSD 191
55 Public Schools in Tazewell County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 4 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 55 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pekin Community High School | Profile | Pekin CSD 303 | Pekin, 61554Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,796 |
| Washington Comm High School | Profile | Washington CHSD 308 | Washington, 61571Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,484 |
| Morton High School | Profile | Morton CUSD 709 | Morton, 61550Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,061 |
| East Peoria High School | Profile | East Peoria CHSD 309 | East Peoria, 61611Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 947 |
| Central Intermediate Sch | Record | Central SD 51 | Washington, 61571Suburb: Large | 4–8 | Middle | 735 |
| Wilson Intermediate School | Record | Pekin PSD 108 | Pekin, 61554Suburb: Large | 4–6 | Middle | 564 |
| Central Primary Sch | Record | Central SD 51 | Washington, 61571Suburb: Large | PK–3 | Primary | 546 |
| Lincoln Elem School | Record | Morton CUSD 709 | Morton, 61550Suburb: Large | PK–6 | Primary | 524 |
| Morton Jr High School | Record | Morton CUSD 709 | Morton, 61550Suburb: Large | 7–8 | Middle | 485 |
| Lincoln Grade School | Record | Washington SD 52 | Washington, 61571Suburb: Large | PK–4 | Primary | 484 |
| Dee-Mack Primary/Jr High | Record | Deer Creek-Mackinaw CUSD 701 | Mackinaw, 61755Town: Fringe | PK–8 | Primary | 472 |
| Central Jr High School | Record | East Peoria SD 86 | East Peoria, 61611Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 462 |
| Grundy Elem School | Record | Morton CUSD 709 | Morton, 61550Suburb: Large | PK–6 | Primary | 439 |
| Washington Intermediate School | Record | Pekin PSD 108 | Pekin, 61554Suburb: Large | 4–6 | Middle | 393 |
| Jefferson Elem School | Record | Morton CUSD 709 | Morton, 61550Suburb: Large | PK–6 | Primary | 365 |
| Lettie Brown Elementary School | Record | Morton CUSD 709 | Morton, 61550Suburb: Large | KG–6 | Primary | 360 |
| Washington Middle School | Record | Washington SD 52 | Washington, 61571Suburb: Large | 5–8 | Middle | 359 |
| Broadmoor Junior High School | Record | Pekin PSD 108 | Pekin, 61554Suburb: Large | 7–8 | Middle | 354 |
| Beverly Manor Elementary School | Record | District 50 Schools | Washington, 61571Suburb: Large | 4–8 | Middle | 340 |
| Jefferson Elem School | Record | Pekin PSD 108 | Pekin, 61554Suburb: Large | KG–3 | Primary | 315 |
Pekin Community High School
Pekin CSD 303
Pekin, 61554 / Suburb: Large
Washington Comm High School
Washington CHSD 308
Washington, 61571 / Suburb: Large
Morton High School
Morton CUSD 709
Morton, 61550 / Suburb: Large
East Peoria High School
East Peoria CHSD 309
East Peoria, 61611 / Suburb: Large
Dee-Mack Primary/Jr High
Deer Creek-Mackinaw CUSD 701
Mackinaw, 61755 / Town: Fringe
Central Jr High School
East Peoria SD 86
East Peoria, 61611 / Suburb: Large
Lettie Brown Elementary School
Morton CUSD 709
Morton, 61550 / Suburb: Large
Washington Middle School
Washington SD 52
Washington, 61571 / Suburb: Large
Beverly Manor Elementary School
District 50 Schools
Washington, 61571 / Suburb: Large
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,092
State avg $9,250
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Schools in Tazewell County, Illinois — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Tazewell County, Illinois?
Tazewell County manages a robust infrastructure of 55 public schools serving 19,050 students. This extensive network includes 29 elementary, 15 middle, and 8 high schools across 20 distinct districts.
What are the major school districts in Tazewell County, Illinois?
Morton CUSD 709 and Pekin PSD 108 are the major educational hubs, together serving over 6,300 students. Pekin Community High School stands as the largest single campus with 1,796 students, while the county features zero charter schools.
What is the school experience like in Tazewell County?
With 39 of its 55 schools located in suburban settings, Tazewell offers a classic neighborhood school feel. The average school size is 366 students, providing a balance between large-scale resources and individual attention.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.