For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,671 students in 62249, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 247 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 62249, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62249, IL are Grantfork Upper Elementary School, Highland Middle School and Highland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62249 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 62249, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62249, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Grantfork Upper Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
206 N Mulberry St
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 675-2200
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 675-2200
Grades: 4-5
| 88 students
Rank: #22.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Broadway
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 651-8800
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 651-8800
Grades: 6-8
| 584 students
Rank: #33.
Highland High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Broadway
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-7131
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-7131
Grades: 9-12
| 914 students
Rank: #44.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Broadway
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2108
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2108
Grades: 3-5
| 499 students
Rank: n/an/a
400 Broadway
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2108
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2108
Grades: PK-2
| 586 students
62249, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 149
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2106
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2106
Grades: 2-4
| 526 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62249, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62249, IL include Grantfork Upper Elementary School, Highland Middle School and Highland High School.
How many public schools are located in 62249, IL?
5 public schools are located in 62249, IL.
What percentage of students in 62249, IL go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 62249, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62249, IL?
62249, IL public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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