For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 552 students in 61072, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61072, IL is Stephen Mack Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 61072 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61072, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61072, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stephen Mack Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11810 Old River Rd
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-2611
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-2611
Gr: 6-8 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
61072, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wcsec-soc Emotnl Learn Found-elem (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1060 E Union St
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-4006
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-4006
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61072, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61072, IL include Stephen Mack Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61072?
1 public middle schools are located in 61072.
What is the racial composition of students in 61072?
61072 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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