For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,172 students in 62881, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62881, IL are Franklin Park Middle School, Hawthorn Elementary School and Selmaville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62881 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62881, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62881, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Park Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1325 Bobcat Cir
Salem, IL 62881
(618) 740-0963
Salem, IL 62881
(618) 740-0963
Gr: 4-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Hawthorn Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 Bobcat Cir
Salem, IL 62881
(618) 740-0952
Salem, IL 62881
(618) 740-0952
Gr: K-3 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Selmaville Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3185 Selmaville Rd
Salem, IL 62881
(618) 548-2416
Salem, IL 62881
(618) 548-2416
Gr: PK-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62881, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62881, IL include Franklin Park Middle School, Hawthorn Elementary School and Selmaville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62881?
3 public elementary schools are located in 62881.
What is the racial composition of students in 62881?
62881 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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