For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,187 students in 62281, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62281, IL are St. Jacob Elementary School and Triad Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 62281 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62281, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62281, IL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Jacob Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
305 Jacob St
Saint Jacob, IL 62281
(618) 644-2541
Saint Jacob, IL 62281
(618) 644-2541
Gr: PK-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Triad Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9539 Us Highway 40
Saint Jacob, IL 62281
(618) 644-5511
Saint Jacob, IL 62281
(618) 644-5511
Gr: 6-8 | 948 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62281, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62281, IL include St. Jacob Elementary School and Triad Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62281?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62281.
What is the racial composition of students in 62281?
62281 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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