For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 52 students in Scales Mound, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Scales Mound, IL is Scales Mound Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Scales Mound, IL public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in Scales Mound have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Scales Mound, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scales Mound Jr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 Main St
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Gr: 6-8 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Scales Mound, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Scales Mound, IL include Scales Mound Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Scales Mound?
1 public middle schools are located in Scales Mound.
What is the racial composition of students in Scales Mound?
Scales Mound public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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