For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 454 students in 62501, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62501, IL are Argenta-oreana High School and Argenta-oreana Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62501 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62501, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62501, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Argenta-oreana High School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 N Main St
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-4821
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-4821
Grades: 9-12
| 276 students
Rank: #22.
Argenta-oreana Middle School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 E East St
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-2163
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-2163
Grades: 6-8
| 178 students
62501, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 470
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-2313
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-2313
Grades: K
| 65 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62501, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62501, IL include Argenta-oreana High School and Argenta-oreana Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 62501?
2 public schools are located in 62501.
What is the racial composition of students in 62501?
62501 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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