For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 106 students in 62059, IL.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62059 have an average reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public elementary schools of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62059, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lovejoy Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 Madison St
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1014
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1014
Grades: PK-5
| 75 students
Rank: #22.
Lovejoy Middle School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 Madison St
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1014
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1014
Grades: 6-8
| 31 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62059, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62059, IL include Lovejoy Elementary School and Lovejoy Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62059?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62059.
What is the racial composition of students in 62059?
62059 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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