For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 613 students in 62298, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 62298, IL is Waterloo Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 62298 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62298, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62298, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterloo Junior High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Bellefontaine Dr
Waterloo, IL 62298
(618) 939-3457
Waterloo, IL 62298
(618) 939-3457
Gr: 6-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62298, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62298, IL include Waterloo Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62298?
1 public middle schools are located in 62298.
What is the racial composition of students in 62298?
62298 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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