For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 250 students in 61741, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61741, IL is Prairie Central 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 61741 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61741, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61741, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Central Jr High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 N Wood St
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8660
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8660
Gr: 7-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
61741, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
450 N Bach
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8461
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8461
Gr: K-4 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61741, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61741, IL include Prairie Central Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61741?
1 public middle schools are located in 61741.
What is the racial composition of students in 61741?
61741 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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