For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 710 students in 62822, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62822, IL are Christopher Elementary School and Christopher High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62822 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62822, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62822, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Christopher Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 S Snider St
Christopher, IL 62822
(618) 724-7604
Christopher, IL 62822
(618) 724-7604
Gr: PK-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Christopher High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Bearcat Dr
Christopher, IL 62822
(618) 724-9461
Christopher, IL 62822
(618) 724-9461
Gr: 9-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
62822, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
501 S Snider St
Christopher, IL 62822
(618) 724-7604
Christopher, IL 62822
(618) 724-7604
Gr: 6-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62822, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62822, IL include Christopher Elementary School and Christopher High School.
How many public schools are located in 62822?
2 public schools are located in 62822.
What is the racial composition of students in 62822?
62822 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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