For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 806 students in 62204, IL.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 62204 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62204, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62204, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Avant Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1915 N 55th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870
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%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3939 Caseyville Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3930
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3930
Gr: K-8 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
62204, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1600 N 40th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870
Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
1600 N 40th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870
Gr: PK-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
1915 N 55th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3930
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3930
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1800 North 25th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3920
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3920
Gr: PK-5
3939 Caseyville Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3760
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3760
Gr: 9
3939 Caseyville Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3760
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 elementary schools in 62204, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62204, IL include James Avant Elementary School and Wyvetter Younge Sch Of Excellence.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62204?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62204.
What is the racial composition of students in 62204?
62204 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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