For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,645 students in 60048, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60048, IL are Oak Grove Elementary School and Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60048 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60048, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60048, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1700 Oplaine Rd
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 367-4120
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 367-4120
Gr: K-8 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
310 W Rockland Rd
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 362-9020
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 362-9020
Gr: 6-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
60048, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hollister Transition (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
2000 Hollister Dr
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 548-2577
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 548-2577
Ombudsman - Charter East Ii (Closed 2023)
Charter School
4041 East Thomas Road
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 247-6613
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 247-6613
Gr: 9-12 | 151 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60048, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60048, IL include Oak Grove Elementary School and Highland Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60048?
2 public middle schools are located in 60048.
What is the racial composition of students in 60048?
60048 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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