For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,859 students in 62301, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62301, IL are Thomas S Baldwin Elementary School and Quincy Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62301 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62301, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62301, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas S Baldwin Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3000 Maine St, Thomas S Baldwi
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 223-0003
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 223-0003
Gr: K-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Quincy Jr High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 S 14th St
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 222-3073
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 222-3073
Gr: 6-8 | 1,295 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62301, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62301, IL include Thomas S Baldwin Elementary School and Quincy Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62301?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62301.
What is the racial composition of students in 62301?
62301 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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