Best 60302 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,883 students in 60302, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 60302, IL are Percy Julian Middle School and Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60302 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60302, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60302, IL Public Middle Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Percy Julian Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
416 S Ridgeland Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3040
Grades: 6-8
| 902 students
Rank: #22.
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
325 S Kenilworth Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3050
Grades: 6-8
| 981 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 60302, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60302, IL include Percy Julian Middle School and Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60302?
2 public middle schools are located in 60302.
What is the racial composition of students in 60302?
60302 public middle schools minority enrollment is 50% 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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