For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 538 students in 62449, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62449, IL are Oblong High School and Oblong Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62449 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62449, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62449, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oblong High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 S Range St
Oblong, IL 62449
(618) 592-4235
Oblong, IL 62449
(618) 592-4235
Grades: 9-12
| 165 students
Rank: #22.
Oblong Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Main St
Oblong, IL 62449
(618) 592-4225
Oblong, IL 62449
(618) 592-4225
Grades: PK-8
| 373 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62449, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62449, IL include Oblong High School and Oblong Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62449?
2 public schools are located in 62449.
What is the racial composition of students in 62449?
62449 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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