Best 62351 Illinois Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 672 students in 62351, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62351, IL are Unity Elementary School, Unity Middle School and Unity High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62351 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62351, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62351, IL Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Unity Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
136 W Washington St
Mendon, IL 62351
(217) 936-2512
Gr: PK-4 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Unity Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
453 W Collins St
Mendon, IL 62351
(217) 936-2727
Gr: 5-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Unity High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
453 W Collins St
Mendon, IL 62351
(217) 936-2116
Gr: 9-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 62351, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62351, IL include Unity Elementary School, Unity Middle School and Unity High School.
How many public schools are located in 62351?
3 public schools are located in 62351.
What is the racial composition of students in 62351?
62351 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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