For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 265 students in 62316, IL.
The top ranked public school in 62316, IL is Southeastern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62316 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62316, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62316, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southeastern Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
607 N Worrell St
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Grades: PK-6
| 265 students
62316, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 247
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Grades: 5-8
| 140 students
Po Box 247
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Grades: 4-5
| 71 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62316, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62316, IL include Southeastern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62316?
1 public schools are located in 62316.
What is the racial composition of students in 62316?
62316 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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