For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 342 students in 62321, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 62321, IL are Royals Academy Carthage and Illini West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62321 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62321, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62321 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Illini West High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62321, IL Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Royals Academy Carthage
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
86 S Madison St
Carthage, IL 62321
(309) 575-3226
Carthage, IL 62321
(309) 575-3226
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Illini West High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Miller St
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 357-9607
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 357-9607
Grades: 9-12
| 342 students
Rank: n/an/a
Royals Rssp Carthage
Alternative School
86 S Madison St
Carthage, IL 62321
(309) 575-3226
Carthage, IL 62321
(309) 575-3226
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
62321, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
210 S Adams
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 357-2136
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 357-2136
Grades: 9-12
| 264 students
210 S Adams
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 743-6412
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 743-6412
Grades: 4-5
| 124 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 62321, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62321, IL include Royals Academy Carthage and Illini West High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62321?
3 public high schools are located in 62321.
What is the racial composition of students in 62321?
62321 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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