For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 285 students in Metropolis, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Metropolis, IL is Massac Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Metropolis, IL public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in Metropolis have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Metropolis, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Massac Jr High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3028 Old Marion Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2645
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2645
Gr: 7-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Starquest Academy Rssp South
Alternative School
1102 W 10th St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 998-1283
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 998-1283
Gr: 6-12
Metropolis, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2841 Old Marion Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-3440
Gr: 9-12
619 E 5th St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4621
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4621
Gr: PK-4 | 104 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Massac County Pre-kndrgrtnmetropolis Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1002 Catherine St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2444
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2444
Po Box 151
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4315
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4315
Gr: 5-6 | 183 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Metropolis, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Metropolis, IL include Massac Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Metropolis?
2 public middle schools are located in Metropolis.
What is the racial composition of students in Metropolis?
Metropolis public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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