For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 419 students in 62964, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62964, IL are Meridian High School and Meridian Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62964 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62964, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62964, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Mounds Rd
Mounds, IL 62964
(618) 342-6778
Mounds, IL 62964
(618) 342-6778
Gr: 6-12 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Mounds Rd
Mounds, IL 62964
(618) 342-6778
Mounds, IL 62964
(618) 342-6778
Gr: PK-5 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62964, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62964, IL include Meridian High School and Meridian Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62964?
2 public schools are located in 62964.
What is the racial composition of students in 62964?
62964 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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