Best 62613 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 443 students in 62613, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62613, IL are Athens Junior High School and Athens Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62613 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62613, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62613, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Athens Junior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
501 Warrior Way
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8380
Gr: 7-8 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Athens Sr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
501 Warrior Way
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8314
Gr: 9-12 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 62613, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62613, IL include Athens Junior High School and Athens Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62613?
2 public schools are located in 62613.
What is the racial composition of students in 62613?
62613 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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