For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 689 students in 62411, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 182 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 62411, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62411, IL are Altamont Grade School and Altamont High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62411 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62411, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62411, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Altamont Grade School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
407 S Edwards St
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 483-5171
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 483-5171
Grades: PK-8
| 470 students
Rank: #22.
Altamont High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7 S Ewing St
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 483-6194
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 483-6194
Grades: 9-12
| 219 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62411, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62411, IL include Altamont Grade School and Altamont High School.
How many public schools are located in 62411?
2 public schools are located in 62411.
What percentage of students in 62411 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 62411 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62411?
62411 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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