For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,295 students in 60491, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 60491, IL are Homer Jr High School and Oak Prairie Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60491 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60491, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60491, IL Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Homer Jr High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15711 S Bell Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7800
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7800
Grades: 7-8
| 843 students
Rank: #22.
Oak Prairie Jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15161 S Gougar Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(815) 836-2724
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(815) 836-2724
Grades: 6-8
| 452 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 60491, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60491, IL include Homer Jr High School and Oak Prairie Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60491?
2 public middle schools are located in 60491.
What is the racial composition of students in 60491?
60491 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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