For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 419 students in 62049, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 62049, IL is Hillsboro High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 62049 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62049, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62049 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hillsboro High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62049, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillsboro High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
522 E Tremont St
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-2841
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-2841
Gr: 9-12 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
62049, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Graham Correctional Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
R.r. 1 Hwy 185
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6961
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6961
Gr: 12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62049, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62049, IL include Hillsboro High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62049?
1 public high schools are located in 62049.
What is the racial composition of students in 62049?
62049 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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