For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 800 students in 62033, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62033, IL are Gillespie Middle School and Ben-gil Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62033 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62033, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62033, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gillespie Middle School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
412 Oregon St
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2116
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2116
Grades: 6-8
| 248 students
Rank: #22.
Ben-gil Elementary School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
340 Kelly St
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-4828
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-4828
Grades: PK-5
| 552 students
62033, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Special Education Building (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
412 Oregon St
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2116
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2116
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62033, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62033, IL include Gillespie Middle School and Ben-gil Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62033?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62033.
What is the racial composition of students in 62033?
62033 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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