For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 584 students in 62249, IL.
The top ranked public middle school in 62249, IL is Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 62249 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62249, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62249, IL Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highland Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Broadway
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 651-8800
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 651-8800
Grades: 6-8
| 584 students
62249, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 149
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2106
Highland, IL 62249
(618) 654-2106
Grades: 2-4
| 526 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 62249, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 62249, IL include Highland Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62249, IL?
1 public middle schools are located in 62249, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 62249, IL?
62249, IL public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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