For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 890 students in 62650, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 62650, IL are Il School For The Visually Impaired, The Lafayette Academy and Crossroad Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62650 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62650, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62650 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jacksonville High School, with 68% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62650, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Il School For The Visually Impaired
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
658 E State St
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 479-4400
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 479-4400
Gr: PK-12
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
The Lafayette Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
409 Hardin Ave Fl 3
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8438
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8438
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Crossroad Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30 N Central Park Plz
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-0065
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-0065
Gr: K-12
Rank: #44.
Ivan K Garrison Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
936 W Michigan Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 245-7174
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 245-7174
Gr: 3-12
Rank: #55.
Jacksonville High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1211 N Diamond St
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-4384
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-4384
Gr: 9-12 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Illinois School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 S Webster Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 479-4201
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 479-4201
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 62650, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 62650, IL include Il School For The Visually Impaired, The Lafayette Academy and Crossroad Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 62650?
7 public high schools are located in 62650.
What is the racial composition of students in 62650?
62650 public high schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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