For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,139 students in 62033, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62033, IL are Gillespie High School, Gillespie Middle School and Ben-gil Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62033 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62033, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62033, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gillespie High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
612 Broadway St
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2114
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2114
Grades: 9-12
| 330 students
Rank: #22.
Gillespie Middle School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
412 Oregon St
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2116
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2116
Grades: 6-8
| 262 students
Rank: #33.
Ben-gil Elementary School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
340 Kelly St
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-4828
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-4828
Grades: PK-5
| 547 students
62033, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Special Education Building (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
412 Oregon St
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2116
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2116
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62033, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62033, IL include Gillespie High School, Gillespie Middle School and Ben-gil Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62033?
3 public schools are located in 62033.
What is the racial composition of students in 62033?
62033 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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