Top 5 Best 62812 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,091 students in 62812, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62812, IL are Benton Grade Sch K-4 and Benton Grade Sch 5-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62812 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62812, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62812, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benton Grade Sch K-4
(Math: 18% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 E Mckenzie St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-7181
Grades: PK-4
| 620 students
Rank: #22.
Benton Grade Sch 5-8
(Math: 16% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Forrest St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-4011
Grades: 5-8
| 471 students
Rank: n/an/a
Echo Juvenile Detention Ctr Program
Alternative School
409 E Washington St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 983-6628
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Franklin Co Detention Center 6-8
Alternative School
409 E Washington St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-2222
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Starquest Rssp North
Alternative School
901 Public Sq
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 983-6628
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 62812 Illinois

62812, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1000 Forrest St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-4011
Grades: 5-8
| 495 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62812, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62812, IL include Benton Grade Sch K-4 and Benton Grade Sch 5-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62812, IL?
5 public elementary schools are located in 62812, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 62812, IL?
62812, IL public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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