For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,059 students in 62286, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62286, IL are Sparta High School and Sparta Lincoln School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62286 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62286, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62286, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sparta High School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
205 W Hood St
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-4341
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-4341
Grades: 9-12
| 327 students
Rank: #22.
Sparta Lincoln School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
203a Dean Ave
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-5331
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-5331
Grades: PK-8
| 732 students
62286, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
119 Legion Dr
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-5331
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-5331
Grades: PK-3
| 378 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62286, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62286, IL include Sparta High School and Sparta Lincoln School.
How many public schools are located in 62286?
2 public schools are located in 62286.
What is the racial composition of students in 62286?
62286 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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