For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 148 students in 62345, IL.
The top ranked public school in 62345, IL is Western Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62345 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62345, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62345, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Jr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Chaney St
Kinderhook, IL 62345
(217) 432-8324
Kinderhook, IL 62345
(217) 432-8324
Gr: 6-8 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
62345, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 189
Kinderhook, IL 62345
(217) 432-8324
Kinderhook, IL 62345
(217) 432-8324
Gr: 9-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62345, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62345, IL include Western Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62345?
1 public schools are located in 62345.
What is the racial composition of students in 62345?
62345 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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