Best 62814 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 282 students in 62814, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62814, IL are Farrington Elementary School and Bluford Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 62814 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62814, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62814, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farrington Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
20941 E Divide Rd
Bluford, IL 62814
(618) 755-4414
Gr: K-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Bluford Grade School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
901 6th St
Bluford, IL 62814
(618) 732-8242
Gr: PK-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62814, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62814, IL include Farrington Elementary School and Bluford Grade School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62814?
2 public middle schools are located in 62814.
What is the racial composition of students in 62814?
62814 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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