For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 324 students in 62264, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62264, IL are New Athens Jr High School and New Athens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62264 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62264, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62264, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Athens Jr High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 Hanft St
New Athens, IL 62264
(618) 475-2172
New Athens, IL 62264
(618) 475-2172
Gr: 6-8 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
New Athens Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 Hanft St
New Athens, IL 62264
(618) 475-2172
New Athens, IL 62264
(618) 475-2172
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62264, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62264, IL include New Athens Jr High School and New Athens Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62264?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62264.
What is the racial composition of students in 62264?
62264 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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