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Best 62401 Illinois Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 712 students in 62401, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 62401, IL are Tristar Academy Safe School Program, Effingham High School and Aspire Alternative High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62401 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62401, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62401 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Effingham High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62401, IL Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tristar Academy Safe School Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1901 S 4th St Ste 215
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-2865
Gr: 6-9
Rank: #22.
Effingham High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1301 W Grove Ave
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Aspire Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1901 S 4th St Ste 215
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-2865
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Fresh Start Treatment & Learning
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
215 N 1st St
Effingham, IL 62401
(844) 999-9005
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62401, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62401, IL include Tristar Academy Safe School Program, Effingham High School and Aspire Alternative High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62401?
4 public high schools are located in 62401.
What is the racial composition of students in 62401?
62401 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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