For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 450 students in 61736, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61736, IL is Tri-valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 61736 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61736, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61736, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tri-valley Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
505 E Washington St
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-3414
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-3414
Gr: 4-8 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61736, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61736, IL include Tri-valley Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61736?
1 public middle schools are located in 61736.
What is the racial composition of students in 61736?
61736 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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