For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 201 students in 62875, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62875, IL are Patoka Sr High School, Patoka Jr High School and Patoka Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62875 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62875, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62875, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patoka Sr High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1220 Kinoka Rd
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5440
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5440
Gr: 9-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Patoka Jr High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1220 Kinoka Rd
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5200
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Patoka Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1220 Kinoka Rd
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5200
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62875, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62875, IL include Patoka Sr High School, Patoka Jr High School and Patoka Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62875?
3 public schools are located in 62875.
What is the racial composition of students in 62875?
62875 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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