For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,237 students in 60156, IL.
The top ranked public middle school in 60156, IL is Marlowe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø middle school in zipcode 60156 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60156, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60156, IL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marlowe Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9625 Haligus Rd
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-4700
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,237 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 60156, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60156, IL include Marlowe Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60156?
1 public middle schools are located in 60156.
What is the racial composition of students in 60156?
60156 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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