Best 62872 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 138 students in 62872, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 62872, IL is Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62872 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62872, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62872, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
19830 E Fourth St
Opdyke, IL 62872
(618) 756-2492
Gr: PK-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 62872, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62872, IL include Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 62872?
1 public schools are located in 62872.
What is the racial composition of students in 62872?
62872 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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