For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 418 students in 62890, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 15 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 62890, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 62890, IL are Akin Comm Cons Elementary School, Thompsonville High School and Thompsonville Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62890 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62890, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62890, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akin Comm Cons Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21962 Akin Blacktop
Thompsonville, IL 62890
(618) 627-2180
Thompsonville, IL 62890
(618) 627-2180
Gr: PK-8 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Thompsonville High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21191 Shawneetown Rd
Thompsonville, IL 62890
(618) 627-2446
Thompsonville, IL 62890
(618) 627-2446
Gr: 9-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #33.
Thompsonville Grade School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21191 Shawneetown Rd
Thompsonville, IL 62890
(618) 627-2446
Thompsonville, IL 62890
(618) 627-2446
Gr: PK-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62890, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62890, IL include Akin Comm Cons Elementary School, Thompsonville High School and Thompsonville Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 62890?
3 public schools are located in 62890.
What percentage of students in 62890 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 62890 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62890?
62890 public schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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