For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,872 students in 62221, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62221, IL are Wingate Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Whiteside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62221 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62221, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62221, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wingate Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 Wingate Blvd
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 746-4802
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 746-4802
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 N Charles St
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 233-3798
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 233-3798
Gr: PK-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Whiteside Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2028 Lebanon Ave
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 239-0000
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 239-0000
Gr: PK-4 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Whiteside Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 Warrior Way
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 239-0000
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 239-0000
Gr: 5-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62221, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62221, IL include Wingate Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Whiteside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62221?
4 public elementary schools are located in 62221.
What is the racial composition of students in 62221?
62221 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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