For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,744 students in 60402, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60402, IL are Lincoln Middle School, Heritage Middle School and Freedom Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60402 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60402, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60402, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6432 16th St
Berwyn, IL 60402
(708) 795-2475
Berwyn, IL 60402
(708) 795-2475
Gr: 6-8 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6850 31st St
Berwyn, IL 60402
(708) 749-6110
Berwyn, IL 60402
(708) 749-6110
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Freedom Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3016 Ridgeland Ave
Berwyn, IL 60402
(708) 795-5800
Berwyn, IL 60402
(708) 795-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60402, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60402, IL include Lincoln Middle School, Heritage Middle School and Freedom Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60402?
3 public middle schools are located in 60402.
What is the racial composition of students in 60402?
60402 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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