For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,246 students in 62959, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 62959, IL are Marion High School and Crab Orchard High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62959 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62959, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62959 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Marion High School, with 78% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62959, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marion High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1501 S Carbon St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-8196
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-8196
Grades: 9-12
| 1,105 students
Rank: #22.
Crab Orchard High School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19189 Bailey St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Grades: 9-12
| 141 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 62959, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62959, IL include Marion High School and Crab Orchard High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62959?
2 public high schools are located in 62959.
What is the racial composition of students in 62959?
62959 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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