For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 296 students in 62540, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62540, IL are South Fork Jr Sr High School and South Fork Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62540 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62540, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62540, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Fork Jr Sr High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
612 Dial Street
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4333
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4333
Grades: 6-12
| 136 students
Rank: #22.
South Fork Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
550 Prairie Street
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4331
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4331
Grades: PK-5
| 160 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62540, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62540, IL include South Fork Jr Sr High School and South Fork Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62540?
2 public schools are located in 62540.
What is the racial composition of students in 62540?
62540 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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