For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,414 students in 62549, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 62549, IL are Mt Zion Elementary School, Mt Zion High School and Mt Zion Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62549 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62549, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62549, IL 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt Zion Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
725 W Main St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-3631
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-3631
Gr: 2-3 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Mt Zion High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
305 S Henderson St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2363
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2363
Gr: 9-12 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Mt Zion Jr High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
315 S Henderson St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2369
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2369
Gr: 7-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Mt Zion Intermediate School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 S Henderson St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2921
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2921
Gr: 4-6 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
1320 W Main St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2711
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2711
Gr: PK-1 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62549, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62549, IL include Mt Zion Elementary School, Mt Zion High School and Mt Zion Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62549?
5 public schools are located in 62549.
What is the racial composition of students in 62549?
62549 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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