For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 305 students in Golconda, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in Golconda, IL is Pope County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Golconda, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Golconda have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Golconda, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pope County Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
125 State Highway 146 W
Golconda, IL 62938
(618) 683-4011
Golconda, IL 62938
(618) 683-4011
Grades: PK-8
| 305 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Golconda, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Golconda, IL include Pope County Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Golconda?
1 public elementary schools are located in Golconda.
What is the racial composition of students in Golconda?
Golconda public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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