Best 61550 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 504 students in 61550, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61550, IL are Morton Jr High School and Morton Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61550 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61550, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61550, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morton Jr High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
225 E Jackson St
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-6522
Gr: 7-8 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Morton Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
260 E Queenwood Rd
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-2581
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61550, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61550, IL include Morton Jr High School and Morton Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 61550?
2 public middle schools are located in 61550.
What is the racial composition of students in 61550?
61550 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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