For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,634 students in 62249, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 230 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 62249, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62249, IL are Grantfork Upper Elementary School, Highland Middle School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62249 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62249, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62249, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Grantfork Upper Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
206 N Mulberry St
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 675-2200
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 675-2200
Grades: 4-5
| 65 students
Rank: #22.
Highland Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Broadway
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 651-8800
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 651-8800
Grades: 6-8
| 607 students
Rank: #33.
Highland Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Broadway
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2108
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2108
Grades: 3-5
| 514 students
Rank: #44.
Highland High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Broadway
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-7131
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-7131
Grades: 9-12
| 859 students
Rank: n/an/a
400 Broadway
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2108
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2108
Grades: PK-2
| 589 students
62249, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 149
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2106
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2106
Grades: 2-4
| 526 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62249, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62249, IL include Grantfork Upper Elementary School, Highland Middle School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62249?
5 public schools are located in 62249.
What percentage of students in 62249 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 62249 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62249?
62249 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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