For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 234 students in 62836, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 62836, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in 62836, IL is Ewing-northern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62836 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62836, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62836, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ewing-northern Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
51 N Main St
Ewing, IL 62836
(618) 629-2181
Ewing, IL 62836
(618) 629-2181
Grades: PK-8
| 234 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62836, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62836, IL include Ewing-northern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62836?
1 public schools are located in 62836.
What percentage of students in 62836 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 62836 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62836?
62836 public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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