For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 170 students in 62422, IL.
The top ranked public school in 62422, IL is Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62422 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62422, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62422, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
633 County Highway 22
Cowden, IL 62422
(217) 783-2125
Cowden, IL 62422
(217) 783-2125
Gr: 6-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
62422, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Rr 128
Cowden, IL 62422
(217) 783-2125
Cowden, IL 62422
(217) 783-2125
Gr: PK-6 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62422, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62422, IL include Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62422?
1 public schools are located in 62422.
What is the racial composition of students in 62422?
62422 public schools minority enrollment is 0% 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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