For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 981 students in 62263, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 124 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 62263, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 62263, IL are Nashville Comm High School and Nashville Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62263 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62263, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62263, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nashville Comm High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 S Mill St
Nashville, IL 62263
(618) 327-8286
Nashville, IL 62263
(618) 327-8286
Gr: 9-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Nashville Grade School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
750 E Gorman St
Nashville, IL 62263
(618) 327-4304
Nashville, IL 62263
(618) 327-4304
Gr: PK-8 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
62263, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
750 E Gorman
Nashville, IL 62263
(618) 327-4304
Nashville, IL 62263
(618) 327-4304
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62263, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62263, IL include Nashville Comm High School and Nashville Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 62263?
2 public schools are located in 62263.
What percentage of students in 62263 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 62263 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62263?
62263 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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