For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 183 students in 62275, IL.
Public school in zipcode 62275 have an average reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the Illinois public schools of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62275, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pocahontas Center
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4 E State St
Pocahontas, IL 62275
(618) 669-2296
Pocahontas, IL 62275
(618) 669-2296
Grades: PK-8
| 183 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62275, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62275, IL include Pocahontas Center.
How many public schools are located in 62275?
1 public schools are located in 62275.
What is the racial composition of students in 62275?
62275 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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