For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,165 students in 62088, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 195 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 62088, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 62088, IL are Staunton Jr High School, Staunton Elementary School and Staunton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62088 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62088, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62088, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Staunton Jr High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 N Deneen St
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3831
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3831
Gr: 6-8 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Staunton Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
801 N Deneen St
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3831
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3831
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Staunton High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
801 N Deneen St
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3838
Staunton, IL 62088
(618) 635-3838
Gr: 9-12 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62088, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62088, IL include Staunton Jr High School, Staunton Elementary School and Staunton High School.
How many public schools are located in 62088?
3 public schools are located in 62088.
What percentage of students in 62088 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 62088 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62088?
62088 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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