Best 62890 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 328 students in 62890, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62890, IL are Akin Comm Cons Elementary School and Thompsonville Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62890 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62890, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62890, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akin Comm Cons Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
21962 Akin Blacktop
Thompsonville, IL 62890
(618) 627-2180
Gr: PK-8 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Thompsonville Grade School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
21191 Shawneetown Rd
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 elementary schools in 62890, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62890, IL include Akin Comm Cons Elementary School and Thompsonville Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62890?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62890.
What is the racial composition of students in 62890?
62890 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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