For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 507 students in 62271, IL (there are , serving 90 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 62271, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62271, IL are Okawville Grade School and Okawville Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62271 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62271, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62271, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Okawville Grade School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 S Hanover St
Okawville, IL 62271
(618) 243-6157
Okawville, IL 62271
(618) 243-6157
Grades: PK-6
| 277 students
Rank: #22.
Okawville Jr/sr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 S Hanover St
Okawville, IL 62271
(618) 243-5201
Okawville, IL 62271
(618) 243-5201
Grades: 7-12
| 230 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62271, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62271, IL include Okawville Grade School and Okawville Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62271?
2 public schools are located in 62271.
What percentage of students in 62271 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 62271 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62271?
62271 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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