For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 469 students in 62613, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62613, IL are Athens Junior High School and Athens Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62613 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62613, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% 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 62613, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Athens Junior High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Warrior Way
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8380
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8380
Grades: 7-8
| 148 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Athens Sr High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Warrior Way
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8314
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8314
Grades: 9-12
| 321 students
62613, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Salt Creek Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
30819 Fancy Pr Ave
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 566-3841
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 566-3841
Grades: 10-11
| 9 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62613, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62613, IL include Athens Junior High School and Athens Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62613?
2 public schools are located in 62613.
What is the racial composition of students in 62613?
62613 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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