For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,729 students in 62522, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62522, IL are Macarthur High School and Dennis Lab School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62522 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 62522, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62522, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Macarthur High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1499 W Grand Ave
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3152
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3152
Grades: 9-12
| 1,184 students
Rank: #22.
Dennis Lab School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1499 W Main St, Dennis Lab Sch
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3511
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3511
Grades: PK-8
| 545 students
62522, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1077 W Grand Ave
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3500
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3500
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62522, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62522, IL include Macarthur High School and Dennis Lab School.
How many public schools are located in 62522, IL?
2 public schools are located in 62522, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 62522, IL?
62522, IL public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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