For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,234 students in 62549, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62549, IL are Mt Zion Elementary School and Mt Zion Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62549 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62549, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62549, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mt Zion Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
725 W Main St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-3631
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-3631
Grades: 2-3
| 347 students
Rank: #22.
Mt Zion Intermediate School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 S Henderson St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2921
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2921
Grades: 4-6
| 521 students
Rank: n/an/a
1320 W Main St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2711
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2711
Grades: PK-1
| 366 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62549, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62549, IL include Mt Zion Elementary School and Mt Zion Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62549?
3 public elementary schools are located in 62549.
What is the racial composition of students in 62549?
62549 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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