For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 426 students in 62321, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62321, IL are Royals Academy Carthage, Carthage Middle School and Carthage Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62321 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62321, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62321, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Royals Academy Carthage
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
86 S Madison St
Carthage, IL 62321
(309) 575-3226
Carthage, IL 62321
(309) 575-3226
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #22.
Carthage Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
210 S Adams St
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 357-3914
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 357-3914
Gr: 5-8 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Carthage Primary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
210 S Adams St
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 357-9202
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 357-9202
Gr: PK-4 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Royals Rssp Carthage
Alternative School
86 S Madison St
Carthage, IL 62321
(309) 575-3226
Carthage, IL 62321
(309) 575-3226
Gr: 6-12
62321, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
210 S Adams
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 357-2136
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 357-2136
Gr: 9-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
210 S Adams
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 743-6412
Carthage, IL 62321
(217) 743-6412
Gr: 4-5 | 124 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62321, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62321, IL include Royals Academy Carthage, Carthage Middle School and Carthage Primary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62321?
4 public elementary schools are located in 62321.
What is the racial composition of students in 62321?
62321 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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