For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 134 students in 62059, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62059, IL are Lovejoy Technology Academy, Lovejoy Middle School and Lovejoy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62059 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62059, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62059, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lovejoy Technology Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
800 Madison St
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1028
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1028
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Lovejoy Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 Madison St
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1014
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1014
Gr: 6-8 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
Rank: #33.
Lovejoy Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 Madison St
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1014
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1014
Gr: PK-5 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62059, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62059, IL include Lovejoy Technology Academy, Lovejoy Middle School and Lovejoy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62059?
3 public schools are located in 62059.
What is the racial composition of students in 62059?
62059 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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