For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 265 students in 62316, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 62316, IL is Southeastern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 62316 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62316, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62316, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southeastern Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
607 N Worrell St
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Gr: PK-6 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
62316, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 247
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Gr: 5-8 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Po Box 247
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Gr: 4-5 | 71 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 62316, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 62316, IL include Southeastern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62316?
1 public schools are located in 62316.
What is the racial composition of students in 62316?
62316 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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