For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 288 students in 60957, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 60957, IL is Paxton-buckley-loda 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 60957 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60957, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60957, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Panther Way
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 379-9202
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 379-9202
Gr: 6-8 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
60957, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 50
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 386-2712
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 386-2712
Gr: 4-5 | 225 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Po Box 50
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 379-2000
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 379-2000
Gr: 3-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60957, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60957, IL include Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60957?
1 public middle schools are located in 60957.
What is the racial composition of students in 60957?
60957 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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