For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 120 students in 61422, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61422, IL is Bushnell-prairie City Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 61422 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61422, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61422, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bushnell-prairie City Jr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
847 Walnut St
Bushnell, IL 61422
(309) 772-3123
Bushnell, IL 61422
(309) 772-3123
Gr: 6-8 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61422, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61422, IL include Bushnell-prairie City Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61422?
1 public middle schools are located in 61422.
What is the racial composition of students in 61422?
61422 public middle schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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