For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 444 students in 62640, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62640, IL are North Mac Intermediate and North Mac Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62640 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62640, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62640, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Mac Intermediate
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
525 N 3rd St
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2419
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2419
Grades: 3-5
| 205 students
Rank: #22.
North Mac Middle School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
525 N 3rd St
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2136
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2136
Grades: 6-8
| 239 students
62640, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
525 North 3rd St
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2136
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2136
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62640, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62640, IL include North Mac Intermediate and North Mac Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 62640?
2 public schools are located in 62640.
What is the racial composition of students in 62640?
62640 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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