Best 62242 Illinois Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 114 students in 62242, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 62242, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in 62242, IL is Evansville Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62242 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62242, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62242, IL Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evansville Attendance Center
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
701 Oak St
Evansville, IL 62242
(618) 853-4411
Gr: K-8 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 62242, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62242, IL include Evansville Attendance Center.
How many public schools are located in 62242?
1 public schools are located in 62242.
What percentage of students in 62242 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 62242 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62242?
62242 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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