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Best 62812 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,604 students in 62812, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62812, IL are Benton Grade School K-4, Benton Grade School 5-8 and Benton Cons High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62812 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62812, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62812, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton Grade School K-4
(Math: 25% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1000 E Mckenzie St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-7181
Gr: PK-4 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Benton Grade School 5-8
(Math: 24% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Forrest St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-4011
Gr: 5-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Benton Cons High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
511 E Main St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-3103
Gr: 9-12 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Starquest Academy Rssp North
Alternative School
901 Public Sq
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 983-6628
Gr: 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 62812, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62812, IL include Benton Grade School K-4, Benton Grade School 5-8 and Benton Cons High School.
How many public schools are located in 62812?
4 public schools are located in 62812.
What is the racial composition of students in 62812?
62812 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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