For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,110 students in 61525, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 61525, IL are Dunlap Middle School and Dunlap Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61525 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61525, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61525, IL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dunlap Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5200 W Cedar Hills Dr
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7778
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7778
Grades: 6-8
| 526 students
Rank: #22.
Dunlap Valley Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13120 N State Route 91
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-1034
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-1034
Grades: 6-8
| 584 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 61525, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 61525, IL include Dunlap Middle School and Dunlap Valley Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61525?
2 public middle schools are located in 61525.
What is the racial composition of students in 61525?
61525 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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