For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 454 students in 62920, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62920, IL are Cobden Jr High School, Cobden Elementary School and Cobden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62920 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62920, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62920, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cobden Jr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
413 N Appleknocker St
Cobden, IL 62920
(618) 893-4031
Cobden, IL 62920
(618) 893-4031
Gr: 6-8 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Cobden Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
413 N Appleknocker St
Cobden, IL 62920
(618) 893-2311
Cobden, IL 62920
(618) 893-2311
Gr: PK-5 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Cobden High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
413 N Appleknocker St
Cobden, IL 62920
(618) 893-4031
Cobden, IL 62920
(618) 893-4031
Gr: 9-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62920, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62920, IL include Cobden Jr High School, Cobden Elementary School and Cobden High School.
How many public schools are located in 62920?
3 public schools are located in 62920.
What is the racial composition of students in 62920?
62920 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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