For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 406 students in 61030, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61030, IL is Forreston Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 61030 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61030, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61030, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forreston Jr/sr High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 E Main St
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2175
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2175
Gr: 6-12 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
61030, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po B0x 665
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2195
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2195
Gr: 6-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61030, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61030, IL include Forreston Jr/sr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61030?
1 public middle schools are located in 61030.
What is the racial composition of students in 61030?
61030 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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