For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 215 students in 62896, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 62896, IL is Central 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 62896 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62896, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62896, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Jr High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 E 9th St
West Frankfort, IL 62896
(618) 937-2444
West Frankfort, IL 62896
(618) 937-2444
Gr: 7-8 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62896, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62896, IL include Central Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62896?
1 public middle schools are located in 62896.
What is the racial composition of students in 62896?
62896 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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