For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 452 students in 62640, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62640, IL are North Mac Intermediate and North Mac Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62640 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62640, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62640, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Mac Intermediate
(Math: 23% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
525 N 3rd St
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2419
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2419
Gr: 3-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
North Mac Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
525 N 3rd St
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2136
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2136
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
62640, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62640, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62640, IL include North Mac Intermediate and North Mac Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62640?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62640.
What is the racial composition of students in 62640?
62640 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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