For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 134 students in 62865, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 62865, IL is Zeigler-royalton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 62865 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62865, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62865 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Zeigler-royalton High School, with 60-69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62865, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Zeigler-royalton High School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4989 State Highway 148
Mulkeytown, IL 62865
(618) 596-5841
Mulkeytown, IL 62865
(618) 596-5841
Grades: 9-12
| 134 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 62865, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62865, IL include Zeigler-royalton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62865?
1 public high schools are located in 62865.
What is the racial composition of students in 62865?
62865 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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