For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,048 students in 62675, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62675, IL are Porta Central and Porta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62675 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62675, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62675, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Porta Central
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Owen Ave
Petersburg, IL 62675
(217) 632-7781
Petersburg, IL 62675
(217) 632-7781
Gr: 3-6 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Porta High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
17651 Bluejay Rd
Petersburg, IL 62675
(217) 632-3216
Petersburg, IL 62675
(217) 632-3216
Gr: 7-12 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
514 W Monroe St
Petersburg, IL 62675
(217) 632-7731
Petersburg, IL 62675
(217) 632-7731
Gr: PK-2 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
62675, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
17651 Bluejay Rd
Petersburg, IL 62675
(217) 632-3219
Petersburg, IL 62675
(217) 632-3219
Gr: 7-8 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62675, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62675, IL include Porta Central and Porta High School.
How many public schools are located in 62675?
3 public schools are located in 62675.
What is the racial composition of students in 62675?
62675 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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