For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 287 students in 62544, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 62544, IL is Meridian High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 62544 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62544, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62544 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Meridian High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62544, IL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
728 S Wall St
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5233
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5233
Gr: 9-12 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
62544, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
245 S Towson
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5269
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5269
Gr: PK-2 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62544, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62544, IL include Meridian High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62544?
1 public high schools are located in 62544.
What is the racial composition of students in 62544?
62544 public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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