For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 556 students in 62285, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 72 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 62285, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in 62285, IL is Smithton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62285 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62285, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62285, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smithton Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
Po Box 395
Smithton, IL 62285
(618) 233-6863
Smithton, IL 62285
(618) 233-6863
Grades: PK-8
| 556 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62285, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62285, IL include Smithton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62285?
1 public schools are located in 62285.
What percentage of students in 62285 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 62285 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62285?
62285 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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