Lima, IL is a small village in central Illinois with a population of around 1200 people. The local education system in Lima consists of one public elementary school and one public junior high-school. According to recent rating systems, the elementary school has been rated as above average for its teaching staff and overall academic performance. The junior high-school has been ranked as below average for its academic performance, yet it continues to provide quality instruction for students in the area. As a result, many parents are choosing to send their children to nearby schools or private academies in order to ensure that their children receive the best possible education. Despite this, there are still some parents who strongly believe that their local schools can provide an excellent academic experience for their children.
Lima schools spend $10,321 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 13 pupils per teacher, 697 students per librarian, and 697 children per counselor.