For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 244 students in 62935, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62935, IL are Galatia Jr High School and Galatia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62935 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62935, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62935, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Galatia Jr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 N Mckinley St
Galatia, IL 62935
(618) 297-4571
Galatia, IL 62935
(618) 297-4571
Gr: 6-8 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Galatia Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 N Hickory St
Galatia, IL 62935
(618) 268-6371
Galatia, IL 62935
(618) 268-6371
Gr: K-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
62935, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
114 W Main St
Galatia, IL 62935
(618) 297-4572
Galatia, IL 62935
(618) 297-4572
Gr: PK | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62935, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62935, IL include Galatia Jr High School and Galatia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62935?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62935.
What is the racial composition of students in 62935?
62935 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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