For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 417 students in 61062, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61062, IL are Pearl City Jr High School, Pearl City Elementary School and Pearl City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61062 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61062, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61062, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pearl City Jr High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 S Summit St
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Grades: 7-8
| 77 students
Rank: #22.
Pearl City Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 S Summit St
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Grades: PK-6
| 208 students
Rank: #33.
Pearl City High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 S Summit St
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Grades: 9-12
| 132 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61062, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61062, IL include Pearl City Jr High School, Pearl City Elementary School and Pearl City High School.
How many public schools are located in 61062?
3 public schools are located in 61062.
What is the racial composition of students in 61062?
61062 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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