For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 216 students in 61878, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61878, IL are Prairieview-ogden Jr High School and Thomasboro Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61878 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61878, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61878, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairieview-ogden Jr High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2499 County Road 2100 E
Thomasboro, IL 61878
(217) 694-4122
Thomasboro, IL 61878
(217) 694-4122
Gr: 7-8 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Thomasboro Grade School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Phillips St
Thomasboro, IL 61878
(217) 643-3275
Thomasboro, IL 61878
(217) 643-3275
Gr: PK-8 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61878, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61878, IL include Prairieview-ogden Jr High School and Thomasboro Grade School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61878?
2 public middle schools are located in 61878.
What is the racial composition of students in 61878?
61878 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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