For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,022 students in 62859, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62859, IL are East Side Elementary School and Hamilton County Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62859 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62859, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62859, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Side Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 E Randolph St
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 643-2328
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 643-2328
Grades: K-6
| 419 students
Rank: #22.
Hamilton County Jr/sr High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Fox Ln
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 643-2328
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 643-2328
Grades: 7-12
| 512 students
Rank: n/an/a
204 W Cherry St
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 643-2328
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 643-2328
Grades: PK
| 91 students
62859, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
R R 3
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 757-2262
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 757-2262
Grades: K-6
| 122 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62859, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62859, IL include East Side Elementary School and Hamilton County Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62859?
3 public schools are located in 62859.
What is the racial composition of students in 62859?
62859 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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