For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 312 students in 62882, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62882, IL are Sandoval Jr High School and Sandoval Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62882 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62882, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62882, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sandoval Jr High School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
859 W Missouri Ave
Sandoval, IL 62882
(618) 247-3361
Sandoval, IL 62882
(618) 247-3361
Grades: 6-8
| 100 students
Rank: #22.
Sandoval Elementary School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 E Perry Ave
Sandoval, IL 62882
(618) 247-3450
Sandoval, IL 62882
(618) 247-3450
Grades: PK-6
| 212 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62882, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62882, IL include Sandoval Jr High School and Sandoval Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62882?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62882.
What is the racial composition of students in 62882?
62882 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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