For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 538 students in 62449, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62449, IL are Oblong High School and Oblong Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62449 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62449, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62449, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oblong High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 S Range St
Oblong, IL 62449
(618) 592-4235
Oblong, IL 62449
(618) 592-4235
Gr: 9-12 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Oblong Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Main St
Oblong, IL 62449
(618) 592-4225
Oblong, IL 62449
(618) 592-4225
Gr: PK-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62449, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62449, IL include Oblong High School and Oblong Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62449?
2 public schools are located in 62449.
What is the racial composition of students in 62449?
62449 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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