For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,371 students in 60544, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60544, IL are Richard Ira Jones Middle School, Indian Trail Middle School and Plainfield Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60544 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60544, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60544, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richard Ira Jones Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15320 W Wallin Dr
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 267-3600
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 267-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 851 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Indian Trail Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14723 S Eastern Ave
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 436-6128
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 436-6128
Gr: 6-8 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Plainfield Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
23930 W Lockport St
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 439-5521
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 439-5521
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60544, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60544, IL include Richard Ira Jones Middle School, Indian Trail Middle School and Plainfield Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 60544?
3 public middle schools are located in 60544.
What is the racial composition of students in 60544?
60544 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% 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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