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2 schools in Sidell

Illinois · Public K-12

Sidell, Illinois runs 2 public K-12 schools today, teaching approximately 356 students across 1 elementary and 1 middle.

7-year change in Sidell

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
356
-2 (-1%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
91%
was 93%
% Hispanic
3%
was 3%
% Black
1%
was 2%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Salt Fork Junior High SchoolMiddle06-08202
Salt Fork South Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-05154

About Sidell

Sidell is a thinly populated Illinois city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 356 students total.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city is made up of 1 elementary, and 1 middle.

Schools in Sidell average about 178 students each, 63% meaningfully below the Illinois norm.

Over the past 7-year window. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment held roughly steady: 358 students in SY 2017-18 versus 356 in SY 2024-25.

On this page, the community for Sidell discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Sidell, Illinois?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Sidell, with a combined enrollment of about 356.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Sidell?
Sidell has 1 elementary, 1 middle public schools.
What is the largest public school in Sidell?
Salt Fork Junior High School is the largest public school in Sidell by enrollment, with approximately 202 students.
What school districts serve Sidell?
Sidell public schools are operated by Salt Fork CUSD 512.
What grade levels do public schools in Sidell cover?
Public schools in Sidell serve students from pre-K through grade 8.