For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 457 students in 61080, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 61080, IL are Willowbrook Middle School and South Beloit 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 61080 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61080, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61080, IL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Willowbrook Middle School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6605 Prairie Hill Rd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3957
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3957
Grades: 5-8
| 320 students
Rank: #22.
South Beloit Jr High School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
840 Blackhawk Blvd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1421
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1421
Grades: 7-8
| 137 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 61080, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 61080, IL include Willowbrook Middle School and South Beloit Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61080?
2 public middle schools are located in 61080.
What is the racial composition of students in 61080?
61080 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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