For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,757 students in 62249, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62249, IL are Grantfork Upper Elementary School, Highland Middle School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62249 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62249, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62249, IL Public Elementary 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 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 elementary schools in 62249, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62249, IL include Grantfork Upper Elementary School, Highland Middle School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62249, IL?
4 public elementary schools are located in 62249, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 62249, IL?
62249, IL public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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