For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 358 students in 61354, IL.
The top ranked public middle school in 61354, IL is Parkside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61354 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61354, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61354, IL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkside Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1800 Church St
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-1111
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-1111
Gr: 5-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
61354, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1325 Park Rd
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-0301
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-0301
Gr: 2-4 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 61354, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 61354, IL include Parkside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61354?
3 public middle schools are located in 61354.
What is the racial composition of students in 61354?
61354 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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