For the 2025 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 26% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), 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 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62859, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Side Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 E Randolph St
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 643-2328
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 643-2328
Grades: K-6
| 410 students
62859, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
R R 3
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 757-2262
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(618) 757-2262
Grades: 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 56% (majority Hispanic).
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