For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 510 students in 62948, IL.
The top ranked public middle school in 62948, IL is Herrin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 62948 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62948, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62948, IL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Herrin Middle School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 S 14th St
Herrin, IL 62948
(618) 942-7461
Herrin, IL 62948
(618) 942-7461
Grades: 6-8
| 510 students
62948, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Chittyville Alternative Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
700 N 10th
Herrin, IL 62948
(618) 942-6625
Herrin, IL 62948
(618) 942-6625
Grades: 7-12
| 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 62948, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 62948, IL include Herrin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62948?
1 public middle schools are located in 62948.
What is the racial composition of students in 62948?
62948 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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