For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 564 students in 62515, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62515, IL are Tri-city Elementary School, Tri-city Jr High School and Tri-city High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62515 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62515, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62515, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tri-city Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
324 W Charles St
Buffalo, IL 62515
(217) 364-4035
Buffalo, IL 62515
(217) 364-4035
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Tri-city Jr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
324 W Charles St
Buffalo, IL 62515
(217) 364-4530
Buffalo, IL 62515
(217) 364-4530
Gr: 6-8 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Tri-city High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
324 W Charles St
Buffalo, IL 62515
(217) 364-4530
Buffalo, IL 62515
(217) 364-4530
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62515, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62515, IL include Tri-city Elementary School, Tri-city Jr High School and Tri-city High School.
How many public schools are located in 62515?
3 public schools are located in 62515.
What is the racial composition of students in 62515?
62515 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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