For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 619 students in Marengo, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Marengo, IL are Riley Comm Cons School and Marengo Comm Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marengo, IL public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in Marengo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 Public Middle Schools in Marengo, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riley Comm Cons School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9406 Riley Rd
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-8637
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-8637
Gr: K-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Marengo Comm Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
816 E Grant Hwy
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-5720
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-5720
Gr: 6-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Marengo, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Marengo, IL include Riley Comm Cons School and Marengo Comm Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Marengo?
2 public middle schools are located in Marengo.
What is the racial composition of students in Marengo?
Marengo 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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