For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,277 students in 61103, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 61103, IL are Thurgood Marshall School and West Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61103 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61103, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61103, IL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thurgood Marshall School
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4664 N Rockton Ave
Rockford, IL 61103
(815) 490-5400
Rockford, IL 61103
(815) 490-5400
Grades: 5-8
| 483 students
Rank: #22.
West Middle School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1900 N Rockton Ave
Rockford, IL 61103
(815) 966-3200
Rockford, IL 61103
(815) 966-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 794 students
Rank: n/an/a
Winnebago Co Detention Center
Alternative School
5350 Northrock Dr
Rockford, IL 61103
(815) 516-2980
Rockford, IL 61103
(815) 516-2980
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
61103, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1520 Post Ave
Rockford, IL 61103
(815) 966-3795
Rockford, IL 61103
(815) 966-3795
Grades: 1-5
| 292 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 61103, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 61103, IL include Thurgood Marshall School and West Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61103?
3 public middle schools are located in 61103.
What is the racial composition of students in 61103?
61103 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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