For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 687 students in 62954, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62954, IL are Gallatin Elementary School, Gallatin Junior High School and Gallatin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62954 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62954, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62954, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gallatin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5175 Highway 13
Junction, IL 62954
(618) 272-3821
Junction, IL 62954
(618) 272-3821
Gr: PK-4 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Gallatin Junior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5175 Highway 13
Junction, IL 62954
(618) 272-3821
Junction, IL 62954
(618) 272-3821
Gr: 5-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Gallatin High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5175 Highway 13
Junction, IL 62954
(618) 272-3821
Junction, IL 62954
(618) 272-3821
Gr: 9-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62954, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62954, IL include Gallatin Elementary School, Gallatin Junior High School and Gallatin High School.
How many public schools are located in 62954?
3 public schools are located in 62954.
What is the racial composition of students in 62954?
62954 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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