For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 951 students in 61111, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61111, IL is Harlem Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 61111 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61111, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61111, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harlem Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
735 Windsor Rd
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4510
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4510
Gr: 7-8 | 951 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61111, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61111, IL include Harlem Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61111?
1 public middle schools are located in 61111.
What is the racial composition of students in 61111?
61111 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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