For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 169 students in 61048, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61048, IL is Lena-winslow Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 61048 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61048, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61048, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lena-winslow Jr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
517 Fremont St
Lena, IL 61048
(815) 369-2525
Lena, IL 61048
(815) 369-2525
Gr: 6-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61048, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61048, IL include Lena-winslow Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61048?
1 public middle schools are located in 61048.
What is the racial composition of students in 61048?
61048 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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