For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,414 students in 62549, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62549, IL are Mt Zion Elementary School, Mt Zion High School and Mt Zion Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62549 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62549, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62549, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mt Zion Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
725 W Main St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-3631
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-3631
Grades: 2-3
| 347 students
Rank: #22.
Mt Zion High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
305 S Henderson St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2363
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2363
Grades: 9-12
| 778 students
Rank: #33.
Mt Zion Jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
315 S Henderson St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2369
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2369
Grades: 7-8
| 402 students
Rank: #44.
Mt Zion Intermediate School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
310 S Henderson St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2921
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2921
Grades: 4-6
| 521 students
Rank: n/an/a
1320 W Main St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2711
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2711
Grades: PK-1
| 366 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62549, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62549, IL include Mt Zion Elementary School, Mt Zion High School and Mt Zion Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62549?
5 public schools are located in 62549.
What is the racial composition of students in 62549?
62549 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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