For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 174 students in 62079, IL.
The top ranked public middle school in 62079, IL is Southwestern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø middle school in zipcode 62079 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62079, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62079, IL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Middle School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8226 Route 111
Piasa, IL 62079
(618) 372-3813
Piasa, IL 62079
(618) 372-3813
Grades: 7-8
| 174 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 62079, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 62079, IL include Southwestern Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62079?
1 public middle schools are located in 62079.
What is the racial composition of students in 62079?
62079 public middle schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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