For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 551 students in 62522, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in 62522, IL is Dennis Lab School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 62522 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 4% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62522, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62522, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dennis Lab School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1499 W Main St, Dennis Lab Sch
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3511
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3511
Grades: PK-8
| 551 students
62522, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1077 W Grand Ave
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3500
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3500
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62522, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62522, IL include Dennis Lab School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62522?
1 public elementary schools are located in 62522.
What is the racial composition of students in 62522?
62522 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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