For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 635 students in 62231, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62231, IL are Carlyle Elementary School and Carlyle Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62231 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62231, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62231, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlyle Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
951 6th St
Carlyle, IL 62231
(618) 594-3766
Carlyle, IL 62231
(618) 594-3766
Gr: PK-4 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Carlyle Junior High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1631 12th St
Carlyle, IL 62231
(618) 594-8292
Carlyle, IL 62231
(618) 594-8292
Gr: 5-8 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
62231, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Safe School Program Carlyle (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1063 Fairfax
Carlyle, IL 62231
(618) 594-6003
Carlyle, IL 62231
(618) 594-6003
1171 Livingston
Carlyle, IL 62231
(618) 594-3511
Carlyle, IL 62231
(618) 594-3511
Gr: 5-6 | 207 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62231, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62231, IL include Carlyle Elementary School and Carlyle Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62231?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62231.
What is the racial composition of students in 62231?
62231 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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