Top 3 Best 62221 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,014 students in 62221, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62221, IL are Wingate Elementary School, Whiteside Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62221 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62221, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62221, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wingate Elementary School
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
150 Wingate Blvd
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 746-4802
Grades: PK-5
| 497 students
Rank: #22.
Whiteside Elementary School
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2028 Lebanon Ave
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 239-0000
Grades: PK-4
| 670 students
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary School
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 N Charles St
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 233-3798
Grades: PK-6
| 351 students
Rank: #44.
Whiteside Middle School
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
111 Warrior Way
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 239-0000
Grades: 5-8
| 496 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62221, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62221, IL include Wingate Elementary School, Whiteside Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62221?
4 public elementary schools are located in 62221.
What is the racial composition of students in 62221?
62221 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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