For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 409 students in 62854, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62854, IL are South Central Elementary-kinmundy and South Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62854 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62854, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62854, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Central Elementary-kinmundy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
810 E 1st St, South Central El
Kinmundy, IL 62854
(618) 547-7696
Kinmundy, IL 62854
(618) 547-7696
Gr: PK-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
South Central Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
503 S Madison St
Kinmundy, IL 62854
(618) 547-7734
Kinmundy, IL 62854
(618) 547-7734
Gr: 6-8 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62854, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62854, IL include South Central Elementary-kinmundy and South Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 62854?
2 public schools are located in 62854.
What is the racial composition of students in 62854?
62854 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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