For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 453 students in 60131, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60131, IL are Hester Jr High School and Enger School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60131 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60131, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60131, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hester Jr High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2836 Gustav St
Franklin Park, IL 60131
(847) 455-2150
Franklin Park, IL 60131
(847) 455-2150
Gr: 6-8 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Enger School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10401 Grand Ave
Franklin Park, IL 60131
(847) 455-5299
Franklin Park, IL 60131
(847) 455-5299
Gr: PK-8
60131, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
East Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2915 Maple Street
Franklin Park, IL 60131
(847) 455-0737
Franklin Park, IL 60131
(847) 455-0737
Gr: PK-K | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Maple Park Academy (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
9857 Schiller Blvd
Franklin Park, IL 60131
(847) 455-2435
Franklin Park, IL 60131
(847) 455-2435
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60131, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60131, IL include Hester Jr High School and Enger School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60131?
2 public middle schools are located in 60131.
What is the racial composition of students in 60131?
60131 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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