For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 457 students in 61080, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61080, IL are Willowbrook Middle School and South Beloit Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61080 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61080, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61080, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willowbrook Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6605 Prairie Hill Rd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3957
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3957
Gr: 5-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
South Beloit Jr High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
840 Blackhawk Blvd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1421
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1421
Gr: 7-8 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61080, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61080, IL include Willowbrook Middle School and South Beloit Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61080?
2 public middle schools are located in 61080.
What is the racial composition of students in 61080?
61080 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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