For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 847 students in 62249, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 62249, IL is Highland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 62249 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62249, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62249 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Highland High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62249, IL Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Broadway
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-7131
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-7131
Gr: 9-12 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
62249, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 149
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2106
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2106
Gr: 2-4 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 62249, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62249, IL include Highland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62249?
1 public high schools are located in 62249.
What is the racial composition of students in 62249?
62249 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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