For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 345 students in 62451, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62451, IL are Palestine High School and Palestine Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62451 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62451, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62451, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palestine High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
102 N Main St
Palestine, IL 62451
(618) 586-2712
Palestine, IL 62451
(618) 586-2712
Grades: 9-12
| 89 students
Rank: #22.
Palestine Grade School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
205 S Washington St
Palestine, IL 62451
(618) 586-2711
Palestine, IL 62451
(618) 586-2711
Grades: PK-8
| 256 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62451, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62451, IL include Palestine High School and Palestine Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 62451?
2 public schools are located in 62451.
What is the racial composition of students in 62451?
62451 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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