For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 969 students in 62049, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62049, IL are Hillsboro Jr High School and Beckemeyer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62049 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62049, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62049, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillsboro Jr High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
909 Rountree St
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-3742
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-3742
Grades: 6-8
| 327 students
Rank: #22.
Beckemeyer Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1035 Seymour Ave
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6994
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6994
Grades: K-5
| 642 students
62049, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Graham Correctional Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
R.r. 1 Hwy 185
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6961
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6961
Grades: 12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62049, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62049, IL include Hillsboro Jr High School and Beckemeyer Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62049?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62049.
What is the racial composition of students in 62049?
62049 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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