6.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Farina, Illinois

1 schools · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.5/10
Median household income: $69,063
Median home value: $128,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 15%
Avg commute: 31 min
Owner-occupied homes: 85%

How Farina compares

Median household income

$69k

84% of Illinois median

About Schools in Farina, Illinois

Farina, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Farina show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Farina is South Central High School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Farina is served by 1 school district: South Central CUD 401. These districts collectively serve 629 students.

Farina's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,063. The poverty rate in the area is 15.2%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	South Central High School 195 students · 9th–12th	195	9th–12th	6.5

Schools in Farina

Farina, Illinois · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$69,063

Median Home Value

$128,000

Median Rent

$735/mo

Population

1,555

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Community Profile

Farina has a median household income of $69,063. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $128,000, with a median rent of $735/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Illinois
Total Schools: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.5/10

Resources

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School District

South Central CUD 401

3 schools · 629 students

Nearby Cities

Saint Peter (1 school)

4 mi

Kinmundy (2 schools)

6 mi

Saint Elmo (3 schools)

Brownstown (3 schools)

14 mi

Louisville (2 schools)

Beecher City (2 schools)

24 mi

Effingham (8 schools)

Other Major Cities in Illinois

Top metros statewide by school count.

Chicago 850 schools Aurora 62 schools Rockford 61 schools Naperville 58 schools Peoria 53 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Farina, Illinois

How many schools are in Farina, Illinois?

Farina has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Farina, Illinois?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Farina is 6.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Farina, Illinois?

The top-ranked school in Farina on MySchoolScout is South Central High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best high school in Farina, Illinois?

The top-ranked high school in Farina on MySchoolScout is South Central High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Farina, Illinois?

Farina is served by 1 school district: South Central Cud 401.

What is the education level in Farina, Illinois?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Farina have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Farina, Illinois?

The median household income in Farina is approximately $69,063 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Farina, Illinois?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Farina is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Farina, Illinois?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.