For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 420 students in 62288, IL (there are , serving 142 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 62288, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62288, IL are Steeleville Elementary School and Steeleville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62288 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62288, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62288, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Steeleville Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
609 S Sparta St
Steeleville, IL 62288
(618) 965-3469
Steeleville, IL 62288
(618) 965-3469
Gr: PK-8 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Steeleville High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 S Sparta St
Steeleville, IL 62288
(618) 965-3432
Steeleville, IL 62288
(618) 965-3432
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62288, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62288, IL include Steeleville Elementary School and Steeleville High School.
How many public schools are located in 62288?
2 public schools are located in 62288.
What percentage of students in 62288 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 62288 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62288?
62288 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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