For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 195 students in 62838, IL.
The top ranked public school in 62838, IL is South Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62838 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62838, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62838, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Central High School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 W Washington St
Farina, IL 62838
(618) 245-3363
Farina, IL 62838
(618) 245-3363
Grades: 9-12
| 195 students
62838, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rr 1 Box 35-3
Farina, IL 62838
(618) 245-6112
Farina, IL 62838
(618) 245-6112
Grades: 4-5
| 104 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62838, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62838, IL include South Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 62838?
1 public schools are located in 62838.
What is the racial composition of students in 62838?
62838 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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