For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 508 students in 62221, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 62221, IL is Whiteside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 62221 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62221, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62221, IL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whiteside Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 Warrior Way
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 239-0000
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 239-0000
Gr: 5-8 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62221, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62221, IL include Whiteside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62221?
1 public middle schools are located in 62221.
What is the racial composition of students in 62221?
62221 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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