For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 232 students in 61273, IL.
The top ranked public middle school in 61273, IL is Orion Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 61273 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61273, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61273, IL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Orion Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 12th Ave
Orion, IL 61273
(309) 526-3392
Orion, IL 61273
(309) 526-3392
Grades: 6-8
| 232 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 61273, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 61273, IL include Orion Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61273?
1 public middle schools are located in 61273.
What is the racial composition of students in 61273?
61273 public middle schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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