For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 276 students in 62501, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 62501, IL is Argenta-oreana High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 62501 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62501, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62501 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Argenta-oreana High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62501, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Argenta-oreana High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 N Main St
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-4821
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-4821
Gr: 9-12 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
62501, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 470
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-2313
Argenta, IL 62501
(217) 795-2313
Gr: K | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62501, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62501, IL include Argenta-oreana High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62501?
1 public high schools are located in 62501.
What is the racial composition of students in 62501?
62501 public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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