For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 258 students in 62097, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 44 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 62097, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 62097, IL is Worden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62097 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62097, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62097, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Worden Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 N Main St
Worden, IL 62097
(618) 692-7442
Worden, IL 62097
(618) 692-7442
Gr: 3-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62097, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62097, IL include Worden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62097?
1 public schools are located in 62097.
What percentage of students in 62097 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 62097 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62097?
62097 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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