Top 5 Best 62821 Illinois Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,367 students in 62821, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 62821, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62821, IL are Jefferson Attendance Center, Carmi White Cnty Jr High School and Washington Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62821 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 62821, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62821, IL Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Attendance Center
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
713 4th St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-7016
Grades: 2-3
| 179 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Carmi White Cnty Jr High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
800 W Main St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-4661
Grades: 7-8
| 214 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Washington Attendance Center
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
205 W Main St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-4631
Grades: 4-6
| 296 students
Rank: #44.
Carmi-white County High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
800 W Main St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-4661
Grades: 9-12
| 396 students
Rank: #55.
Brownsville Attendance Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1187 County Road 700 E
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 265-3256
Grades: 1-12
| 0 students
Rank: n/an/a
113 10th St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 384-3421
Grades: K-1
| 203 students
Rank: n/an/a
205 W Main St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 384-3515
Grades: PK
| 79 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 62821, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62821, IL include Jefferson Attendance Center, Carmi White Cnty Jr High School and Washington Attendance Center.
How many public schools are located in 62821, IL?
7 public schools are located in 62821, IL.
What percentage of students in 62821, IL go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 62821, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62821, IL?
62821, IL public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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