For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 388 students in 62690, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 62690, IL is North Mac High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 62690 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62690, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62690 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Mac High School, with 75-79% 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 and Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62690, IL Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Mac High School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
231 W Fortune St
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-4127
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-4127
Grades: 9-12
| 388 students
62690, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
231 West Fortune St
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-4127
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-4127
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
231 West Fortune St
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-3942
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-3942
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 62690, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62690, IL include North Mac High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62690?
1 public high schools are located in 62690.
What is the racial composition of students in 62690?
62690 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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