For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 405 students in 62917, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62917, IL are Carrier Mills-stonefort High School and Carrier Mills-stonefort Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62917 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62917, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62917, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carrier Mills-stonefort High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7071 Us 45 S
Carrier Mills, IL 62917
(618) 994-2392
Carrier Mills, IL 62917
(618) 994-2392
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Carrier Mills-stonefort Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
213 W Furlong St
Carrier Mills, IL 62917
(618) 994-2413
Carrier Mills, IL 62917
(618) 994-2413
Gr: PK-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62917, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62917, IL include Carrier Mills-stonefort High School and Carrier Mills-stonefort Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62917?
2 public schools are located in 62917.
What is the racial composition of students in 62917?
62917 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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