For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 452 students in 61443, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61443, IL are Wethersfield Jr/sr High School and Central Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61443 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61443, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61443, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wethersfield Jr/sr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
439 Willard St
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309) 853-4205
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309) 853-4205
Gr: 7-12 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Central Junior High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
215 E Central Blvd
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309) 853-4290
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309) 853-4290
Gr: 7-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61443, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61443, IL include Wethersfield Jr/sr High School and Central Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61443?
2 public middle schools are located in 61443.
What is the racial composition of students in 61443?
61443 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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