For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 256 students in 62451, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in 62451, IL is Palestine Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 62451 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62451, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62451, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palestine Grade School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
205 S Washington St
Palestine, IL 62451
(618) 586-2711
Palestine, IL 62451
(618) 586-2711
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62451, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62451, IL include Palestine Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62451?
1 public elementary schools are located in 62451.
What is the racial composition of students in 62451?
62451 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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