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Best 62821 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 603 students in 62821, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62821, IL are Jefferson Attendance Center, Washington Attendance Center and Brownsville Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62821 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62821, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62821, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Attendance Center
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
713 4th St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-7016
Gr: 2-3 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Washington Attendance Center
(Math: 48% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
205 W Main St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 382-4631
Gr: 4-6 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Brownsville Attendance Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1187 County Road 700 E
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 265-3256
Gr: 1-12
Rank: n/an/a
Lincoln Attendance Center
113 10th St
Carmi, IL 62821
(618) 384-3421
Gr: K-1 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62821, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62821, IL include Jefferson Attendance Center, Washington Attendance Center and Brownsville Attendance Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62821?
4 public elementary schools are located in 62821.
What is the racial composition of students in 62821?
62821 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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