For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 292 students in 62998, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62998, IL are Shawnee High School, Shawnee Jr High School and Shawnee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62998 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62998, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62998, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shawnee High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3365 State Hwy 3 N
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-5307
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-5307
Grades: 9-12
| 77 students
Rank: #22.
Shawnee Jr High School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3365 State Hwy 3 N
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-5307
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-5307
Grades: 6-8
| 76 students
Rank: #33.
Shawnee Elementary School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3365 N State Route 3
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-4975
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-4975
Grades: PK-5
| 139 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62998, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62998, IL include Shawnee High School, Shawnee Jr High School and Shawnee Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62998?
3 public schools are located in 62998.
What is the racial composition of students in 62998?
62998 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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