For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 359 students in 62561, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 62561, IL is Riverton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 62561 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62561, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62561, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverton Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1014 E Lincoln St
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-6002
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-6002
Gr: 5-8 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62561, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62561, IL include Riverton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62561?
1 public middle schools are located in 62561.
What is the racial composition of students in 62561?
62561 public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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