Best 62882 Illinois Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 429 students in 62882, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62882, IL are Sandoval Sr High School, Sandoval Elementary School and Sandoval Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62882 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62882, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62882, IL Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandoval Sr High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
859 W Missouri Ave
Sandoval, IL 62882
(618) 247-3361
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Sandoval Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
300 E Perry Ave
Sandoval, IL 62882
(618) 247-3450
Gr: PK-6 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Sandoval Jr High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
859 W Missouri Ave
Sandoval, IL 62882
(618) 247-3361
Gr: 6-8 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 62882, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62882, IL include Sandoval Sr High School, Sandoval Elementary School and Sandoval Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62882?
3 public schools are located in 62882.
What is the racial composition of students in 62882?
62882 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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