For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 969 students in 62049, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62049, IL are Hillsboro Jr High School and Beckemeyer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62049 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62049, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62049, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillsboro Jr High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
909 Rountree St
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-3742
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-3742
Gr: 6-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Beckemeyer Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1035 Seymour Ave
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6994
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6994
Gr: K-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
62049, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Graham Correctional Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
R.r. 1 Hwy 185
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6961
Hillsboro, IL 62049
(217) 532-6961
Gr: 12
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62049, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62049, IL include Hillsboro Jr High School and Beckemeyer Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62049?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62049.
What is the racial composition of students in 62049?
62049 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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