Best Trenton Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 492 students in Trenton, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Trenton, IL is Wesclin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Trenton, IL public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in Trenton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in Trenton, IL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wesclin Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10003 State Route 160
Trenton, IL 62293
(618) 224-7355
Gr: 4-8 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Trenton, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Trenton, IL include Wesclin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Trenton?
1 public middle schools are located in Trenton.
What is the racial composition of students in Trenton?
Trenton public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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