For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 502 students in 62047, IL (there are , serving 97 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 62047, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62047, IL are Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High School and Calhoun High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62047 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62047, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 62047, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
52 Poor Farm Hollow Rd
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2341
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2341
Grades: PK-8
| 334 students
Rank: #22.
Calhoun High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 Calhoun Ave
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2229
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2229
Grades: 9-12
| 168 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62047, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62047, IL include Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High School and Calhoun High School.
How many public schools are located in 62047?
2 public schools are located in 62047.
What percentage of students in 62047 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 62047 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62047?
62047 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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