For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,037 students in 60091, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 60091, IL are Marie Murphy School and Wilmette Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60091 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60091, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60091, IL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marie Murphy School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2921 Illinois Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 251-3617
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 251-3617
Grades: 6-8
| 267 students
Rank: #22.
Wilmette Junior High School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
620 Locust Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6600
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6600
Grades: 7-8
| 770 students
60091, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Winnetka Covenant Preschool (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1200 Hibbard Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 446-4300
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 446-4300
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 60091, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60091, IL include Marie Murphy School and Wilmette Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60091?
2 public middle schools are located in 60091.
What is the racial composition of students in 60091?
60091 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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