For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 174 students in 62079, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 62079, IL is Southwestern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 62079 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62079, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62079, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8226 Route 111
Piasa, IL 62079
(618) 372-3813
Piasa, IL 62079
(618) 372-3813
Gr: 7-8 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62079, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62079, IL include Southwestern Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62079?
1 public middle schools are located in 62079.
What is the racial composition of students in 62079?
62079 public middle schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).