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Best 62204 Illinois Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 806 students in 62204, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 143 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 62204, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).

The top ranked public schools in 62204, IL are James Avant Elementary School and Wyvetter Younge Sch Of Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 62204 have an score of 19% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62204, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.

Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62204, IL Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

James Avant Elementary School

(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
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1915 N 55th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870

Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: #22.

Wyvetter Younge Sch Of Excellence

(Math: 17% | Reading: 20-24%)
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3939 Caseyville Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3930

Gr: K-8 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1

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62204, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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The Bridge High School (Closed 2023)

1600 N 40th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870

Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1

Hawthorne Elementary School (Closed 2023)

1600 N 40th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870

Gr: PK-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1

Manners Elementary School (Closed 2023)

1915 N 55th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3930

Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Nelson Mandela School (Closed 2013)

1800 North 25th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3920

Gr: PK-5

Skyway Elementary School (Closed 2023)

4817 Hallows Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3990

Wilson Elementary School (Closed 2006)

4817 Hallows Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3990

Wyvetter Younge 9th Grade Center (Closed 2023)

3939 Caseyville Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3760

Gr: 9

Yvetta H Younge Middle School (Closed 2023)

3939 Caseyville Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3760

Gr: 6-8 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 62204, IL?

The top ranked public schools in 62204, IL include James Avant Elementary School and Wyvetter Younge Sch Of Excellence.

How many public schools are located in 62204?

2 public schools are located in 62204.

What percentage of students in 62204 go to public school?

85% of all K-12 students in 62204 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).

What is the racial composition of students in 62204?

62204 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).