Best 62914 Illinois Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 130 students in 62914, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 62914, IL is Cairo Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 62914 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62914, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62914 have a Graduation Rate of 70%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cairo Jr/sr High School, with 60-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62914, IL Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cairo Jr/sr High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4201 Sycamore St
Cairo, IL 62914
(618) 734-2187
Gr: 7-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62914, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62914, IL include Cairo Jr/sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62914?
1 public high schools are located in 62914.
What is the racial composition of students in 62914?
62914 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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