For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,068 students in 60051, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 60051, IL are Mchenry Middle School and Johnsburg 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 60051 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60051, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60051, IL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mchenry Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2120 W Lincoln Rd
Mchenry, IL 60051
(779) 244-1600
Mchenry, IL 60051
(779) 244-1600
Gr: 6-8 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Johnsburg Jr High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2220 Church St
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-6210
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-6210
Gr: 6-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 60051, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60051, IL include Mchenry Middle School and Johnsburg Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60051?
2 public middle schools are located in 60051.
What is the racial composition of students in 60051?
60051 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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