For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 260 students in 62097, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 44 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 62097, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in 62097, IL is Worden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62097 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62097, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62097, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Worden Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 N Main St
Worden, IL 62097
(618) 692-7442
Worden, IL 62097
(618) 692-7442
Gr: 3-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62097, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62097, IL include Worden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62097?
1 public schools are located in 62097.
What percentage of students in 62097 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 62097 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62097?
62097 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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