For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,144 students in 62223, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 389 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 62223, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 62223, IL are Signal Hill Elementary School, Emge Junior High School and Harmony Intermediate Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62223 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62223, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62223, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Signal Hill Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
40 Signal Hill Pl
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-0325
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-0325
Gr: PK-8 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Emge Junior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7401 Westchester Dr
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-6557
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-6557
Gr: 7-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Harmony Intermediate Center
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7401 Westchester Dr
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-3747
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-3747
Gr: 4-6 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Belleville High School-west
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4063 Frank Scott Pkwy W
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 222-7610
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 222-7610
Gr: 9-12 | 2,118 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Ellis Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
250 Illini Dr
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 538-6114
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 538-6114
Gr: PK-3 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Belleville Twp High School-night/alt School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4063 Frank Scott Pkwy W
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 222-7852
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 222-7852
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Academy And Vocnl Excel Cave
Alternative School
7645 Magna Dr
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 222-7852
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 222-7852
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
St. Clair Co Juv Detention Center
Alternative School
9006 Lebanon Rd
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-0766
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-0766
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62223, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62223, IL include Signal Hill Elementary School, Emge Junior High School and Harmony Intermediate Center.
How many public schools are located in 62223?
8 public schools are located in 62223.
What percentage of students in 62223 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 62223 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62223?
62223 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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