For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,256 students in 62401, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 62401, IL are Tristar Academy Safe Sch Program, Effingham High School and Effingham Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62401 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62401, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62401 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Effingham High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62401, IL Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tristar Academy Safe Sch Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1901 S 4th St Ste 215
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-2865
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-2865
Grades: 6-9
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Effingham High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1301 W Grove Ave
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1100
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1100
Grades: 9-12
| 734 students
Rank: #33.
Effingham Junior High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 S Henrietta St
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1300
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1300
Grades: 6-9
| 522 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Aspire Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1901 S 4th St Ste 215
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-2865
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-2865
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Fresh Start Treatment & Learning
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
215 N 1st St
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-6161
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-6161
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
62401, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
20117 N 1525th St
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 844-3343
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 844-3343
Grades: 3-6
| 66 students
900 W Edgar Ave
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1570
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1570
Grades: 1-2
| 121 students
900 West Edgar Ave
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1380
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1380
Grades: PK
| 23 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 62401, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62401, IL include Tristar Academy Safe Sch Program, Effingham High School and Effingham Junior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62401?
5 public high schools are located in 62401.
What is the racial composition of students in 62401?
62401 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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