For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 521 students in 62271, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 78 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 62271, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 62271, IL are Okawville Grade School and Okawville Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62271 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62271, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62271, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Okawville Grade School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 S Hanover St
Okawville, IL 62271
(618) 243-6157
Okawville, IL 62271
(618) 243-6157
Gr: PK-6 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Okawville Jr/sr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 S Hanover St
Okawville, IL 62271
(618) 243-5201
Okawville, IL 62271
(618) 243-5201
Gr: 7-12 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62271, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62271, IL include Okawville Grade School and Okawville Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62271?
2 public schools are located in 62271.
What percentage of students in 62271 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 62271 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62271?
62271 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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