For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 362 students in 62205, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62205, IL are Annette Officer Elementary School and Gordon Bush Alt School For Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62205 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62205, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62205, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Annette Officer Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
558 N 27th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62205
(618) 646-3970
East Saint Louis, IL 62205
(618) 646-3970
Gr: K-4 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Gordon Bush Alt School For Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1516 Gross Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62205
(618) 646-3760
East Saint Louis, IL 62205
(618) 646-3760
Gr: 5-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62205, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62205, IL include Annette Officer Elementary School and Gordon Bush Alt School For Education.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62205?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62205.
What is the racial composition of students in 62205?
62205 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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