For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,304 students in 62821, IL (there are , serving 36 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 62821, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62821, IL are Jefferson Attendance Center, Washington Attendance Center and Carmi White Cnty Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62821 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62821, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62821, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Attendance Center
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
713 4th St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-7016
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-7016
Grades: 2-3
| 175 students
Rank: #22.
Washington Attendance Center
(Math: 48% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 W Main St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-4631
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-4631
Grades: 4-6
| 255 students
Rank: #33.
Carmi White Cnty Jr High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 W Main St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-4661
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-4661
Grades: 7-8
| 212 students
Rank: #44.
Carmi-white County High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 W Main St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-4661
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-4661
Grades: 9-12
| 405 students
Rank: #55.
Brownsville Attendance Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1187 County Road 700 E
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 265-3256
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 265-3256
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
113 10th St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 384-3421
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 384-3421
Grades: K-1
| 172 students
Rank: n/an/a
205 W Main St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 384-3515
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 384-3515
Grades: PK
| 85 students
Rank: n/an/a
Roe 20 Learning Alt Branch School
Alternative School
314 E Cherry St Ste 1
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 387-0107
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 387-0107
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62821, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62821, IL include Jefferson Attendance Center, Washington Attendance Center and Carmi White Cnty Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62821?
8 public schools are located in 62821.
What percentage of students in 62821 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 62821 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62821?
62821 public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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