For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 716 students in 62690, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62690, IL are North Mac Elementary School and North Mac High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62690 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62690, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62690, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Mac Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
231 W Fortune St
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-5424
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-5424
Gr: PK-2 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
North Mac High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
231 W Fortune St
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-4127
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-4127
Gr: 9-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
62690, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62690, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62690, IL include North Mac Elementary School and North Mac High School.
How many public schools are located in 62690?
2 public schools are located in 62690.
What is the racial composition of students in 62690?
62690 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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