For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,207 students in 62208, IL (there are , serving 421 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 62208, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62208, IL are Pontiac Jr High School, Illini Elementary School and William Holliday Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62208 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62208, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62208, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pontiac Jr High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Ashland Ave
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 233-6004
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 233-6004
Grades: 6-8
| 218 students
Rank: #22.
Illini Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21 Circle Dr
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 398-5552
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 398-5552
Grades: PK-4
| 334 students
Rank: #33.
William Holliday Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Joseph Dr
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 233-7588
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 233-7588
Grades: PK-5
| 410 students
Rank: #44.
Grant Middle School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10110 Old Lincoln Trl
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 397-2764
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 397-2764
Grades: 5-8
| 245 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62208, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62208, IL include Pontiac Jr High School, Illini Elementary School and William Holliday Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62208?
4 public schools are located in 62208.
What percentage of students in 62208 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 62208 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62208?
62208 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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