Best 61525 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,087 students in 61525, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61525, IL are Dunlap Middle School and Dunlap Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61525 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61525, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61525, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dunlap Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5200 W Cedar Hills Dr
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7778
Gr: 6-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Dunlap Valley Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
13120 N State Route 91
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-1034
Gr: 6-8 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61525, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61525, IL include Dunlap Middle School and Dunlap Valley Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61525?
2 public middle schools are located in 61525.
What is the racial composition of students in 61525?
61525 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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