For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 215 students in 62998, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62998, IL are Shawnee Jr High School and Shawnee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62998 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62998, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62998, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shawnee Jr High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3365 State Hwy 3 N
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-5307
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-5307
Gr: 6-8 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Shawnee Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3365 N State Route 3
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-4975
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-4975
Gr: PK-5 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62998, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62998, IL include Shawnee Jr High School and Shawnee Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62998?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62998.
What is the racial composition of students in 62998?
62998 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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