For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 181 students in 61053, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 61053, IL is West Carroll Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61053 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61053, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61053, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Carroll Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
633 S East St
Mount Carroll, IL 61053
(815) 244-2002
Mount Carroll, IL 61053
(815) 244-2002
Gr: 6-8 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
61053, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 S Main St
Mount Carroll, IL 61053
(815) 244-2055
Mount Carroll, IL 61053
(815) 244-2055
Gr: PK-6 | 292 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61053, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61053, IL include West Carroll Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 61053?
1 public schools are located in 61053.
What is the racial composition of students in 61053?
61053 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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