Schools in Fairbury, Illinois (2025)
2 schools · 854 students · 2 public · median Enrollment 487.
Fairbury, in Illinois, has 2 schools in United States's 2025 data, together educating about 854 students. By level there are 1 elementary, 1 high; by sector 2 public.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (US). The highest-scoring is Prairie Central Elem School (50.9, top 50% of elementary schools nationally), followed by Prairie Central High School (48.4, lower 50% of high schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare an elementary school with other elementary schools.
The largest schools are Prairie Central High School (487 students), Prairie Central Elem School (367 students).
Ranked schools in Fairbury
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Illinois.
- 151Prairie Central Elem SchoolFairbury · Public Elementary36% Math proficiency · 367 students
- 248Prairie Central High SchoolFairbury · Public High32% Math proficiency · 487 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prairie Central Elem School Fairbury · Elementary · Grades 2–4 | Public | 50.9 Top 50% | 36% Math proficiency | 367 |
| 2 | Prairie Central High School Fairbury · High · Grades 9–12 | Public | 48.4 Lower 50% | 32% Math proficiency | 487 |
Compare the top 2 schools in Fairbury side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Fairbury?
Prairie Central Elem School is the highest-ranked school in Fairbury with a Success Index (US) of 50.9 out of 100 (Top 50% of elementary schools in United States).
How many schools are in Fairbury?
Fairbury has 2 schools (1 elementary, 1 high) educating 854 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Fairbury?
The median Enrollment across schools in Fairbury is 487. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.