For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,823 students in 62002, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 62002, IL are Journeys School, Alton High School and Mark Twain. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62002 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62002, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62002 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Alton High School, with 76% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62002, IL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Journeys School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
400 Alby Street
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 208-7490
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 208-7490
Gr: 7-12
Rank: #22.
Alton High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Humbert Rd
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 474-2700
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 474-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,823 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Mark Twain
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
907 Milton Rd
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2063
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2063
Gr: K-12
62002, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Center For Ed Oppor (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1020 Main St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-4415
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-4415
Gr: 6-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
2708 Edwards St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2070
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2070
Gr: 2-9 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
J B Johnson Career Development (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
4200 Humbert Rd
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2153
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2153
1043 Tremont St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2157
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2157
Gr: K-2 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Madison County Education Therapy Pgm (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1020 State St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-4451
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-4451
Gr: 5-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
907 Milton Rd
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2083
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2083
Gr: K-2 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62002, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62002, IL include Journeys School, Alton High School and Mark Twain.
How many public high schools are located in 62002?
3 public high schools are located in 62002.
What is the racial composition of students in 62002?
62002 public high schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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