For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 284 students in 62540, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62540, IL are South Fork Jr Sr High School and South Fork Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62540 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62540, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62540, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Fork Jr Sr High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
612 Dial Street
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4333
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4333
Gr: 6-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
South Fork Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
550 Prairie Street
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4331
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4331
Gr: PK-5 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62540, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62540, IL include South Fork Jr Sr High School and South Fork Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62540?
2 public schools are located in 62540.
What is the racial composition of students in 62540?
62540 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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