For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 417 students in 61062, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61062, IL are Pearl City Jr High School, Pearl City Elementary School and Pearl City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61062 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61062, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61062, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl City Jr High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 S Summit St
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Gr: 7-8 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Pearl City Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 S Summit St
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Gr: PK-6 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Pearl City High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 S Summit St
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Gr: 9-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61062, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61062, IL include Pearl City Jr High School, Pearl City Elementary School and Pearl City High School.
How many public schools are located in 61062?
3 public schools are located in 61062.
What is the racial composition of students in 61062?
61062 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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