For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 258 students in 61615, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 61615, IL is Mark W Bills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61615 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61615, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61615, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mark W Bills Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6001 N Frostwood Pkwy
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 693-4437
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 693-4437
Gr: 5-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Peoria Educ Reg For Empl Traing
Vocational School
2000 W Pioneer Pkwy
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 693-7373
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 693-7373
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61615, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61615, IL include Mark W Bills Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61615?
2 public middle schools are located in 61615.
What is the racial composition of students in 61615?
61615 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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