Best 62704 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,267 students in 62704, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 62704, IL are Benjamin Franklin Middle School and U S Grant Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 62704 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 31% statewide average). Middle schools in 62704, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62704, IL Public Middle Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1200 Outer Park Dr
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-3006
Grades: 6-8
| 716 students
Rank: #22.
U S Grant Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 W Monroe St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3170
Grades: 6-8
| 551 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 62704 Illinois

62704, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
101 E Laurel St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 525-3358
Grades: 9-12
| 130 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 62704, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 62704, IL include Benjamin Franklin Middle School and U S Grant Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62704, IL?
2 public middle schools are located in 62704, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 62704, IL?
62704, IL public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

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