Best 60463 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 208 students in 60463, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 60463, IL is Independence Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 60463 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60463, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60463, IL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Jr High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6610 W Highland Dr
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 448-0737
Gr: 6-8 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60463, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60463, IL include Independence Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60463?
1 public middle schools are located in 60463.
What is the racial composition of students in 60463?
60463 public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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