For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 95 students in 61956, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61956, IL is Villa Grove Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 61956 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61956, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61956, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Villa Grove Jr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 N Sycamore St
Villa Grove, IL 61956
(217) 832-2261
Villa Grove, IL 61956
(217) 832-2261
Gr: 7-8 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61956, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61956, IL include Villa Grove Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61956?
1 public middle schools are located in 61956.
What is the racial composition of students in 61956?
61956 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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