For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 509 students in 62544, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62544, IL are Meridian Middle School and Meridian High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62544 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62544, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62544, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
728 S Wall St
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-3367
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-3367
Gr: 6-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Meridian High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
728 S Wall St
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5233
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5233
Gr: 9-12 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
62544, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
245 S Towson
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5269
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5269
Gr: PK-2 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62544, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62544, IL include Meridian Middle School and Meridian High School.
How many public schools are located in 62544?
2 public schools are located in 62544.
What is the racial composition of students in 62544?
62544 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).