For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 166 students in 62218, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 62218, IL is Bartelso Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62218 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62218, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62218, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bartelso Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
306 S Washington St
Bartelso, IL 62218
(618) 765-2164
Bartelso, IL 62218
(618) 765-2164
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62218, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62218, IL include Bartelso Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62218?
1 public schools are located in 62218.
What is the racial composition of students in 62218?
62218 public schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.