For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 794 students in 62243, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 62243, IL is Freeburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62243 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62243, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62243, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Freeburg Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
408 S Belleville St
Freeburg, IL 62243
(618) 539-3188
Freeburg, IL 62243
(618) 539-3188
Gr: 3-8 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
650 S State St
Freeburg, IL 62243
(618) 539-3188
Freeburg, IL 62243
(618) 539-3188
Gr: PK-2 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
62243, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62243, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62243, IL include Freeburg Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62243?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62243.
What is the racial composition of students in 62243?
62243 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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