For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 410 students in 62859, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 62859, IL is East Side Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 62859 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62859, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62859, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Side Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 E Randolph St
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 643-2328
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 643-2328
Gr: K-6 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
62859, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
R R 3
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 757-2262
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 757-2262
Gr: K-6 | 122 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62859, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62859, IL include East Side Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62859?
1 public elementary schools are located in 62859.
What is the racial composition of students in 62859?
62859 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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