For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 546 students in 62960, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 62960, IL is Massac County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62960 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62960, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62960 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Massac County High School, with 90-94% 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 62960, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Massac County High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2841 Old Marion Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Gr: 9-12 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Starquest Academy Rssp South
Alternative School
1102 W 10th St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 998-1283
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 998-1283
Gr: 6-12
62960, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2841 Old Marion Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Gr: 9-12
619 E 5th St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4621
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4621
Gr: PK-4 | 104 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Massac County Pre-kndrgrtnmetropolis Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1002 Catherine St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2444
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2444
Po Box 151
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4315
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4315
Gr: 5-6 | 183 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62960, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62960, IL include Massac County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62960?
2 public high schools are located in 62960.
What is the racial composition of students in 62960?
62960 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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