For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 132 students in 61062, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 61062, IL is Pearl City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 61062 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61062, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61062 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pearl City High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61062, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pearl City High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 S Summit St
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Grades: 9-12
| 132 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 61062, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 61062, IL include Pearl City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61062?
1 public high schools are located in 61062.
What is the racial composition of students in 61062?
61062 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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