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Best 60561 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 743 students in 60561, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60561, IL are Cass Jr High School and Eisenhower 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 60561 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60561, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60561, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cass Jr High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8502 Bailey Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(331) 481-4000
Gr: 5-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Eisenhower Jr High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1410 75th St
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 964-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 60561 Illinois

60561, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Fairview Elementary School (Closed 2008)
7301 Fairview Ave
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 969-6660
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60561, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60561, IL include Cass Jr High School and Eisenhower Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60561?
2 public middle schools are located in 60561.
What is the racial composition of students in 60561?
60561 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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