For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 499 students in 62264, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62264, IL are New Athens Jr High School, New Athens Elementary School and New Athens High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62264 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62264, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62264, IL Public 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 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
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 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
New Athens High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Hanft St
New Athens, IL 62264
(618) 475-2173
New Athens, IL 62264
(618) 475-2173
Gr: 9-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62264, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62264, IL include New Athens Jr High School, New Athens Elementary School and New Athens High School.
How many public schools are located in 62264?
3 public schools are located in 62264.
What is the racial composition of students in 62264?
62264 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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