For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 202 students in 60970, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 60970, IL is Watseka 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 60970 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60970, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60970, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Watseka Junior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
138 S Belmont Ave
Watseka, IL 60970
(815) 432-2115
Watseka, IL 60970
(815) 432-2115
Gr: 6-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60970, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60970, IL include Watseka Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60970?
1 public middle schools are located in 60970.
What is the racial composition of students in 60970?
60970 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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