For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,755 students in 62040, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 62040, IL is Granite City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62040 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62040, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62040 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Granite City High School, with 71% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62040, IL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Granite City High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3148 Fehling Rd
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5808
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5808
Gr: 9-12 | 1,755 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
Lake School
Alternative School
3201 E 23rd St
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5800
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5800
Gr: 5-12
62040, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3201 E 23rd St
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5836
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5836
Gr: PK | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
3801 Cargill Rd
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 931-5544
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 931-5544
Gr: 5-6 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
2901 State St
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5813
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 451-5813
Gr: K-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
3200 Maryville Rd
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 931-5700
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 931-5700
Gr: K-4 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62040, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62040, IL include Granite City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62040?
2 public high schools are located in 62040.
What is the racial composition of students in 62040?
62040 public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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