Best 62540 Illinois Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 136 students in 62540, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 62540, IL is South Fork Jr Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 62540 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62540, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62540 have a Graduation Rate of 69%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Fork Jr Sr High School, with 60-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62540, IL Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Fork Jr Sr High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
612 Dial Street
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4333
Gr: 6-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62540, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62540, IL include South Fork Jr Sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62540?
1 public high schools are located in 62540.
What is the racial composition of students in 62540?
62540 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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