For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,295 students in 62301, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62301, IL are Adams County Rssp and Quincy Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 62301 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62301, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62301, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adams County Rssp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1416 Maine St
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 228-7175
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 228-7175
Gr: 7-12
Rank: #22.
Quincy Jr High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 S 14th St
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 222-3073
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 222-3073
Gr: 6-8 | 1,295 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
Academic Behavior&community Academy
Alternative School
1416 Maine St
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 228-7175
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 228-7175
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62301, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62301, IL include Adams County Rssp and Quincy Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62301?
3 public middle schools are located in 62301.
What is the racial composition of students in 62301?
62301 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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