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Best 62953 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 200 students in 62953, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 62953, IL are Maple Grove Elementary School and Joppa Jr & Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62953 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62953, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62953, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maple Grove Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
911 Joppa North Ave
Joppa, IL 62953
(618) 543-7434
Gr: PK-6 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Joppa Jr & Sr High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
911 Joppa North Ave
Joppa, IL 62953
(618) 543-7589
Gr: 7-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 62953, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62953, IL include Maple Grove Elementary School and Joppa Jr & Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 62953?
2 public schools are located in 62953.
What is the racial composition of students in 62953?
62953 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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