For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 630 students in 62939, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62939, IL are Goreville Elementary School and Goreville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62939 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62939, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62939, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goreville Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 S Ferne Clyffe Rd
Goreville, IL 62939
(618) 995-2142
Goreville, IL 62939
(618) 995-2142
Gr: PK-8 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Goreville High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 S Ferne Clyffe Rd
Goreville, IL 62939
(618) 995-2142
Goreville, IL 62939
(618) 995-2142
Gr: 9-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62939, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62939, IL include Goreville Elementary School and Goreville High School.
How many public schools are located in 62939?
2 public schools are located in 62939.
What is the racial composition of students in 62939?
62939 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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