For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 194 students in 62551, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 62551, IL is Sangamon Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62551 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62551, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62551, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sangamon Valley High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
398 N Illinois St
Niantic, IL 62551
(217) 668-2392
Niantic, IL 62551
(217) 668-2392
Gr: 9-12 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
62551, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 200
Niantic, IL 62551
(217) 668-2221
Niantic, IL 62551
(217) 668-2221
Gr: 6-8 | 120 students Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62551, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62551, IL include Sangamon Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in 62551?
1 public schools are located in 62551.
What is the racial composition of students in 62551?
62551 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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