For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 743 students in 60561, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 60561, IL are Cass Jr High School and Eisenhower Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60561 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60561, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60561, IL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cass Jr High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8502 Bailey Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(331) 481-4000
Darien, IL 60561
(331) 481-4000
Grades: 5-8
| 327 students
Rank: #22.
Eisenhower Jr High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1410 75th St
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 964-5200
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 964-5200
Grades: 6-8
| 416 students
60561, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7301 Fairview Ave
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 969-6660
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 969-6660
Grades: PK-5
| 438 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 60561, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60561, IL include Cass Jr High School and Eisenhower Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60561?
2 public middle schools are located in 60561.
What is the racial composition of students in 60561?
60561 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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