For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,193 students in 60462, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60462, IL are Jerling Junior High School and Orland Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60462 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60462, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60462, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jerling Junior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8851 W 151st St
Orland Park, IL 60462
(708) 364-3708
Orland Park, IL 60462
(708) 364-3708
Gr: 6-8 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Orland Jr High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14855 West Ave
Orland Park, IL 60462
(708) 364-4206
Orland Park, IL 60462
(708) 364-4206
Gr: 6-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60462, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60462, IL include Jerling Junior High School and Orland Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60462?
2 public middle schools are located in 60462.
What is the racial composition of students in 60462?
60462 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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