For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,288 students in 62205, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 62205, IL are Gordon Bush Alt School For Education and East St Louis Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62205 have an average math proficiency score of 1% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 3% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62205, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62205 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East St Louis Senior High School, with 68% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62205, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Rank: #22.
East St Louis Senior High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4901 State St
East Saint Louis, IL 62205
(618) 646-3700
East Saint Louis, IL 62205
(618) 646-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,288 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62205, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62205, IL include Gordon Bush Alt School For Education and East St Louis Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62205?
2 public high schools are located in 62205.
What is the racial composition of students in 62205?
62205 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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