Best 61944 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 375 students in 61944, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61944, IL are Mayo Middle School and Crestwood 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 61944 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61944, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61944, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mayo Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
300 E Wood St
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 466-3050
Gr: 6-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Crestwood Jr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15601 Us Highway 150
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 465-5391
Gr: 6-8 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: n/an/a
Paris Bridges
Alternative School
210 E Court St
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 463-3044
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Paris Taoep
Alternative School
210 E Court St
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 348-0151
Gr: 6-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61944, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61944, IL include Mayo Middle School and Crestwood Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61944?
4 public middle schools are located in 61944.
What is the racial composition of students in 61944?
61944 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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