For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 498 students in 62931, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62931, IL are Hardin County Elementary School, Hardin County High School and Hardin County Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62931 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62931, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62931, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hardin County Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4 School Rd
Elizabethtown, IL 62931
(618) 287-2411
Elizabethtown, IL 62931
(618) 287-2411
Gr: PK-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Hardin County High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4 School Rd
Elizabethtown, IL 62931
(618) 287-2141
Elizabethtown, IL 62931
(618) 287-2141
Gr: 9-12 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Hardin County Jr High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4 School Rd
Elizabethtown, IL 62931
(618) 287-2411
Elizabethtown, IL 62931
(618) 287-2411
Gr: 6-8 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62931, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62931, IL include Hardin County Elementary School, Hardin County High School and Hardin County Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62931?
3 public schools are located in 62931.
What is the racial composition of students in 62931?
62931 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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