For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 57 students in 61501, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61501, IL is Astoria 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 61501 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61501, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61501, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Astoria Junior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
402 N Jefferson St
Astoria, IL 61501
(309) 329-2158
Astoria, IL 61501
(309) 329-2158
Gr: 6-8 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61501, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61501, IL include Astoria Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61501?
1 public middle schools are located in 61501.
What is the racial composition of students in 61501?
61501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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