For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 434 students in 62854, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62854, IL are South Central Middle School and South Central Elementary-kinmundy. 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 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), 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 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62854, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Central Middle School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
503 S Madison St
Kinmundy, IL 62854
(618) 547-7734
Kinmundy, IL 62854
(618) 547-7734
Grades: 6-8
| 144 students
Rank: #22.
South Central Elementary-kinmundy
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
810 E 1st St
Kinmundy, IL 62854
(618) 547-7696
Kinmundy, IL 62854
(618) 547-7696
Grades: PK-5
| 290 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62854, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62854, IL include South Central Middle School and South Central Elementary-kinmundy.
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 56% (majority Hispanic).
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