For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 861 students in 60153, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60153, IL are Washington Dual Language Academy, Irving Middle School and Tapestry Alop. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60153 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60153, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60153, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Dual Language Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Washington Blvd
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 450-2065
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 450-2065
Gr: PK-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Irving Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
805 S 17th Ave
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 450-2015
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 450-2015
Gr: 5-8 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Tapestry Alop
Alternative School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 4% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
415 Lexington St, West 40 Isc
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 990-9105
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 990-9105
Gr: 4-12
Rank: n/an/a
West 40 Hna Learning Program
Alternative School
415 Lexington St
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 236-3250
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 236-3250
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
West 40 Reg Safe School Middle Prg
Alternative School
415 Lexington St, West 40 Isc
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 449-4284
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 449-4284
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60153, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60153, IL include Washington Dual Language Academy, Irving Middle School and Tapestry Alop.
How many public middle schools are located in 60153?
5 public middle schools are located in 60153.
What is the racial composition of students in 60153?
60153 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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