Best 62040 Illinois Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,805 students in 62040, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 62040, IL is Granite City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62040 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62040, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62040 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Granite City High School, with 74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62040, IL Public High Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Granite City High School
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3148 Fehling Rd
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5808
Grades: 9-12
| 1,805 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lake School
Alternative School
3201 E 23rd St
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5800
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 62040 Illinois

62040, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
3201 E 23rd St
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5836
Grades: PK
| 257 students
3801 Cargill Rd
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 931-5544
Grades: 5-6
| 876 students
2901 State St
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5813
Grades: K-5
| 461 students
3200 Maryville Rd
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 931-5700
Grades: K-4
| 301 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 62040, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62040, IL include Granite City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62040?
2 public high schools are located in 62040.
What is the racial composition of students in 62040?
62040 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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