Best 62535 Illinois Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 593 students in 62535, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 159 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 62535, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 62535, IL is Maroa-forsyth Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62535 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62535, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62535, IL Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maroa-forsyth Grade School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
641 E Shafer St
Forsyth, IL 62535
(217) 877-2023
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 62535, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62535, IL include Maroa-forsyth Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 62535?
1 public schools are located in 62535.
What percentage of students in 62535 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 62535 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62535?
62535 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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