For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 361 students in 62449, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 62449, IL is Oblong Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 62449 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62449, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62449, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oblong Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Main St
Oblong, IL 62449
(618) 592-4225
Oblong, IL 62449
(618) 592-4225
Gr: PK-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62449, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62449, IL include Oblong Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62449?
1 public middle schools are located in 62449.
What is the racial composition of students in 62449?
62449 public middle schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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