For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,456 students in 60585, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60585, IL are Heritage Grove Middle School, Murphy Junior High School and John F Kennedy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60585 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60585, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60585, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage Grove Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12425 S Van Dyke Rd
Plainfield, IL 60585
(815) 439-4810
Plainfield, IL 60585
(815) 439-4810
Gr: 6-8 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Murphy Junior High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
26923 W Grande Park Blvd
Plainfield, IL 60585
(630) 608-5100
Plainfield, IL 60585
(630) 608-5100
Gr: 6-8 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
John F Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12350 Essington Rd
Plainfield, IL 60585
(815) 439-8024
Plainfield, IL 60585
(815) 439-8024
Gr: 6-8 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60585, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60585, IL include Heritage Grove Middle School, Murphy Junior High School and John F Kennedy Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60585?
3 public middle schools are located in 60585.
What is the racial composition of students in 60585?
60585 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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