For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 473 students in 62939, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 62939, IL is Goreville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 62939 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62939, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62939, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goreville Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 S Ferne Clyffe Rd
Goreville, IL 62939
(618) 995-2142
Goreville, IL 62939
(618) 995-2142
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
62939, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Five County Vocational Center-goreville High School (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
201 South Ferne Clyffe Rd
Goreville, IL 62939
(618) 747-2703
Goreville, IL 62939
(618) 747-2703
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62939, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62939, IL include Goreville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62939?
1 public elementary schools are located in 62939.
What is the racial composition of students in 62939?
62939 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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