For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,348 students in 60185, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60185, IL are Benjamin Middle School and Leman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60185 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60185, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60185, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
28w300 Saint Charles Rd
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 876-7820
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 876-7820
Gr: 5-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Leman Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
238 E Hazel St
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 293-6060
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 293-6060
Gr: 6-8 | 1,098 student Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
60185, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
331 George St
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 293-7324
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 293-7324
Gr: PK | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60185, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60185, IL include Benjamin Middle School and Leman Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60185?
2 public middle schools are located in 60185.
What is the racial composition of students in 60185?
60185 public middle schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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