For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,049 students in 62959, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62959, IL are Marion Jr High School and Crab Orchard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 62959 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62959, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62959, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Jr High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1609 W Main St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-1317
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-1317
Gr: 6-8 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Crab Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19189 Bailey St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Gr: PK-8 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62959, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62959, IL include Marion Jr High School and Crab Orchard Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62959?
2 public middle schools are located in 62959.
What is the racial composition of students in 62959?
62959 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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