For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 469 students in 62016, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 263 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 62016, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62016, IL are Carrollton Grade School and Carrollton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62016 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62016, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, 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 62016, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carrollton Grade School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
721 4th St
Carrollton, IL 62016
(217) 942-6831
Carrollton, IL 62016
(217) 942-6831
Grades: PK-8
| 283 students
Rank: #22.
Carrollton High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
950 3rd St
Carrollton, IL 62016
(217) 942-6913
Carrollton, IL 62016
(217) 942-6913
Grades: 9-12
| 186 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62016, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62016, IL include Carrollton Grade School and Carrollton High School.
How many public schools are located in 62016?
2 public schools are located in 62016.
What percentage of students in 62016 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 62016 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62016?
62016 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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