For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 740 students in 61832, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61832, IL are North Ridge Middle School and Kenneth D Bailey Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61832 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61832, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61832, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Ridge Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1619 N Jackson St
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 444-3400
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 444-3400
Gr: 7-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Kenneth D Bailey Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
502 E Main St
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 477-0302
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 477-0302
Gr: 5-12
Rank: n/an/a
Vermilion Co Detention Center
Alternative School
150 Sager St
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 431-6691
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 431-6691
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61832, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61832, IL include North Ridge Middle School and Kenneth D Bailey Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 61832?
3 public middle schools are located in 61832.
What is the racial composition of students in 61832?
61832 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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