For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 659 students in 60534, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 60534, IL is Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 60534 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60534, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60534, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8101 Ogden Ave
Lyons, IL 60534
(708) 783-4200
Lyons, IL 60534
(708) 783-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60534, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60534, IL include Washington Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60534?
1 public middle schools are located in 60534.
What is the racial composition of students in 60534?
60534 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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