For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 202 students in Sidell, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Sidell, IL is Salt Fork Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sidell, IL public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in Sidell have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Sidell, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salt Fork Junior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7087 N 600 East Rd
Sidell, IL 61876
(217) 288-9306
Sidell, IL 61876
(217) 288-9306
Gr: 6-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Sidell, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Sidell, IL include Salt Fork Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Sidell?
1 public middle schools are located in Sidell.
What is the racial composition of students in Sidell?
Sidell public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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