For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 345 students in 62451, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62451, IL are Palestine High School and Palestine Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62451 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62451, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62451, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palestine High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
102 N Main St
Palestine, IL 62451
(618) 586-2712
Palestine, IL 62451
(618) 586-2712
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Palestine Grade School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
205 S Washington St
Palestine, IL 62451
(618) 586-2711
Palestine, IL 62451
(618) 586-2711
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62451, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62451, IL include Palestine High School and Palestine Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 62451?
2 public schools are located in 62451.
What is the racial composition of students in 62451?
62451 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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