Best 62442 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 384 students in 62442, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62442, IL are Martinsville Jr- Sr High School and Martinsville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62442 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62442, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62442, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Martinsville Jr- Sr High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
300 W Cumberland
Martinsville, IL 62442
(217) 382-4132
Gr: 7-12 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Martinsville Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
410 E Kendall St
Martinsville, IL 62442
(217) 382-4116
Gr: PK-6 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 62442, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62442, IL include Martinsville Jr- Sr High School and Martinsville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62442?
2 public schools are located in 62442.
What is the racial composition of students in 62442?
62442 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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