For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 689 students in 62411, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 171 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 62411, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 62411, IL are Altamont Grade School and Altamont High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62411 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62411, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, 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 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62411, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Altamont Grade School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
407 S Edwards St
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 483-5171
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 483-5171
Gr: PK-8 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Altamont High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7 S Ewing St
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 483-6194
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 483-6194
Gr: 9-12 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62411, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62411, IL include Altamont Grade School and Altamont High School.
How many public schools are located in 62411?
2 public schools are located in 62411.
What percentage of students in 62411 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 62411 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62411?
62411 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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