For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,000 students in 62812, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62812, IL are Benton Grade School K-4 and Benton Grade School 5-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62812 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62812, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 62812, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton Grade School K-4
(Math: 25% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 E Mckenzie St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-7181
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-7181
Gr: PK-4 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Benton Grade School 5-8
(Math: 24% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Forrest St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-4011
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-4011
Gr: 5-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Starquest Academy Rssp North
Alternative School
901 Public Sq
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 983-6628
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 983-6628
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62812, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62812, IL include Benton Grade School K-4 and Benton Grade School 5-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62812?
3 public elementary schools are located in 62812.
What is the racial composition of students in 62812?
62812 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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