For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 448 students in 62501, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62501, IL are Argenta-oreana Middle School and Argenta-oreana High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62501 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62501, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62501, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Argenta-oreana Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 E East St
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-2163
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-2163
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Argenta-oreana High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 N Main St
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-4821
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-4821
Gr: 9-12 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
62501, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 470
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-2313
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-2313
Gr: K | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62501, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62501, IL include Argenta-oreana Middle School and Argenta-oreana High School.
How many public schools are located in 62501?
2 public schools are located in 62501.
What is the racial composition of students in 62501?
62501 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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