Best 61341 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 713 students in 61341, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61341, IL are Milton Pope Elementary School and Marseilles Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61341 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61341, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61341, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Milton Pope Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3197 E 28th Rd
Marseilles, IL 61341
(815) 357-8151
Gr: K-8 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Marseilles Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
201 Chicago St
Marseilles, IL 61341
(815) 795-2428
Gr: PK-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61341, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61341, IL include Milton Pope Elementary School and Marseilles Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61341?
2 public middle schools are located in 61341.
What is the racial composition of students in 61341?
61341 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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