Best 62298 Illinois Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 879 students in 62298, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 62298, IL is Waterloo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 62298 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62298, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62298 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waterloo High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62298, IL Public High Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterloo High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
505 E Bulldog
Waterloo, IL 62298
(618) 939-3455
Gr: 9-12 | 879 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 62298, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62298, IL include Waterloo High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62298?
1 public high schools are located in 62298.
What is the racial composition of students in 62298?
62298 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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