Best Schools in Aledo, Illinois
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Aledo by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Apollo Elem School
Elementary · Mercer County School District 404. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Mercer County High School
High · Mercer County School District 404. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Mercer County JR High School
Middle · Mercer County School District 404. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Aledo for 2026 are Apollo Elem School (5.2/10), Mercer County High School (4.8/10), and Mercer County JR High School (4.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$141,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$141,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Aledo
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apollo Elem School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Mercer County High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Mercer County JR High School | 4.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $66,389
- Median home value
- $141,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Aledo compares
Illinois rank
#425 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.5
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$66k
81% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
Mercer County School District 404 runs Aledo's public schools
3 public schools. Mercer County School District 404 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Aledo is a Mercer County School District 404 school (3 of 3).
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.6 to 5.2 — the spread is inside Aledo, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Aledo, Illinois
Aledo, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.9 out of 10, schools in Aledo show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Aledo is Apollo Elem School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Aledo is served by 1 school district: Mercer County School District 404. These districts collectively serve 1,265 students.
Aledo's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,389. The poverty rate in the area is 10.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 345 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 272 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 401 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
Schools in Aledo
Aledo, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,389
Median Home Value
$141,200
Median Rent
$772/mo
Population
4,958
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
10.0%
Community Profile
Aledo has a median household income of $66,389. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,200, with a median rent of $772/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Aledo, Illinois
How many schools are in Aledo, Illinois?
Aledo has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Aledo, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Aledo is 4.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Aledo, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Aledo on MySchoolScout is Apollo Elem School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Aledo, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Aledo on MySchoolScout is Apollo Elem School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Aledo, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Aledo on MySchoolScout is Mercer County JR High School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Aledo, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Aledo on MySchoolScout is Mercer County High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Aledo, Illinois?
Aledo is served by 1 school district: Mercer County School District 404.
What is the education level in Aledo, Illinois?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Aledo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Aledo, Illinois?
The median household income in Aledo is approximately $66,389 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Aledo, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Aledo is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Aledo, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.