For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 506 students in 61550, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 61550, IL are Morton Jr High School and Morton Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61550 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61550, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61550, IL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morton Jr High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
225 E Jackson St
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-6522
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-6522
Gr: 7-8 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Morton Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
260 E Queenwood Rd
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-2581
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-2581
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 61550, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 61550, IL include Morton Jr High School and Morton Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 61550?
2 public middle schools are located in 61550.
What is the racial composition of students in 61550?
61550 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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