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Best 62056 Illinois Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,279 students in 62056, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 122 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 62056, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 62056, IL are Revive Alternative High School, Litchfield Middle School and Litchfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62056 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62056, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62056, IL Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Revive Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1100 N Old Route 66
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 408-2185
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Litchfield Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1701 N State St
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-4668
Gr: 6-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Litchfield Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
127 W. St. John
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-4034
Gr: 2-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Litchfield Senior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1705 N State St
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-3955
Gr: 9-12 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Litchfield Early Childhood Center
725 S Chestnut St.
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-2851
Gr: K-1 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Phoenix Safe Schools Program
Alternative School
1100 N Old Route 66
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 408-2185
Gr: 6-9
Rank: n/an/a
Prekindergarten At Lecc
725 S Chestnut St., Litchfield
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-2851
Gr: PK | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
Sci Reg Training And Innov Center
Vocational School
2001 Eilerman Ave
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 405-4636
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 62056 Illinois

62056, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
J D Colt Elementary School (Closed 2023)
615 E Tyler Ave
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-3565
Gr: 2-3 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Sihler Elementary School (Closed 2005)
601 S State St
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-3652
Gr: 4 | 116 students Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 62056, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62056, IL include Revive Alternative High School, Litchfield Middle School and Litchfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62056?
8 public schools are located in 62056.
What percentage of students in 62056 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 62056 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62056?
62056 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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