For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,405 students in 62049, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62049, IL are Hillsboro Jr High School, Beckemeyer Elementary School and Hillsboro High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62049 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62049, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62049, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillsboro Jr High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
909 Rountree St
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-3742
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-3742
Grades: 6-8
| 327 students
Rank: #22.
Beckemeyer Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1035 Seymour Ave
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6994
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6994
Grades: K-5
| 642 students
Rank: #33.
Hillsboro High School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
522 E Tremont St
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-2841
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-2841
Grades: 9-12
| 436 students
62049, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Graham Correctional Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
R.r. 1 Hwy 185
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6961
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6961
Grades: 12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62049, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62049, IL include Hillsboro Jr High School, Beckemeyer Elementary School and Hillsboro High School.
How many public schools are located in 62049?
3 public schools are located in 62049.
What is the racial composition of students in 62049?
62049 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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