For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 880 students in 62223, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62223, IL are Signal Hill Elementary School, Harmony Intermediate Center and Ellis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62223 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62223, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62223, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Signal Hill Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
40 Signal Hill Pl
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-0325
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-0325
Gr: PK-8 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Harmony Intermediate Center
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7401 Westchester Dr
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-3747
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 397-3747
Gr: 4-6 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Ellis Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
250 Illini Dr
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 538-6114
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 538-6114
Gr: PK-3 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62223, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62223, IL include Signal Hill Elementary School, Harmony Intermediate Center and Ellis Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62223?
3 public elementary schools are located in 62223.
What is the racial composition of students in 62223?
62223 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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