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Best 62204 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 806 students in 62204, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62204, IL are James Avant Elementary School and Wyvetter Younge Sch Of Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62204 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62204, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62204, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Avant Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1915 N 55th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870
Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Wyvetter Younge Sch Of Excellence
(Math: 17% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3939 Caseyville Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3930
Gr: K-8 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 62204 Illinois

62204, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Bridge High School (Closed 2023)
1600 N 40th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870
Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Hawthorne Elementary School (Closed 2023)
1600 N 40th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3870
Gr: PK-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Manners Elementary School (Closed 2023)
1915 N 55th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3930
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Nelson Mandela School (Closed 2013)
1800 North 25th St
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3920
Gr: PK-5
Skyway Elementary School (Closed 2023)
4817 Hallows Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3990
Wilson Elementary School (Closed 2006)
4817 Hallows Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3990
Wyvetter Younge 9th Grade Center (Closed 2023)
3939 Caseyville Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3760
Gr: 9
Yvetta H Younge Middle School (Closed 2023)
3939 Caseyville Ave
East Saint Louis, IL 62204
(618) 646-3760
Gr: 6-8 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62204, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62204, IL include James Avant Elementary School and Wyvetter Younge Sch Of Excellence.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62204?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62204.
What is the racial composition of students in 62204?
62204 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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