For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 357 students in 62561, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 62561, IL is Riverton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 62561 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62561, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62561 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Riverton High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62561, IL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
841 N 3rd St
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-6003
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-6003
Gr: 9-12 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62561, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62561, IL include Riverton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62561?
1 public high schools are located in 62561.
What is the racial composition of students in 62561?
62561 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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