For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,229 students in 62959, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 62959, IL are Marion High School and Crab Orchard High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62959 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62959, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62959 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Crab Orchard High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62959, IL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1501 S Carbon St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-8196
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-8196
Gr: 9-12 | 1,075 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Crab Orchard High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19189 Bailey St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
Roe 21 Senior's Plus Alop
Alternative School
502 W Jackson St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 998-1283
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 998-1283
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
Starquest Academy Rssp South
Alternative School
502 W Jackson St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 998-1283
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 998-1283
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62959, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62959, IL include Marion High School and Crab Orchard High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62959?
5 public high schools are located in 62959.
What is the racial composition of students in 62959?
62959 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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