For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 378 students in 62549, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 62549, IL is Mt Zion Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 62549 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62549, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62549, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt Zion Jr High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
315 S Henderson St
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2369
Mt Zion, IL 62549
(217) 864-2369
Gr: 7-8 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62549, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62549, IL include Mt Zion Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62549?
1 public middle schools are located in 62549.
What is the racial composition of students in 62549?
62549 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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