For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 110 students in 61753, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61753, IL is Lexington Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 61753 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61753, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61753, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lexington Jr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 E Wall St
Lexington, IL 61753
(309) 365-2711
Lexington, IL 61753
(309) 365-2711
Gr: 6-8 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61753, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61753, IL include Lexington Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61753?
1 public middle schools are located in 61753.
What is the racial composition of students in 61753?
61753 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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