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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