Best Schools in Alpha, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Alwood Elem School
Elementary · Alwood Cusd 225. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$128,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$128,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Alpha
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alwood Elem School | 5.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $72,955
- Median home value
- $128,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Alpha compares
Median household income
$73k
89% of Illinois median
About Schools in Alpha, Illinois
Alpha, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Alpha show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Alpha is Alwood Elem School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Alpha is served by 1 school district: AlWood CUSD 225. These districts collectively serve 381 students.
Alpha's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,955. The poverty rate in the area is 1.7%.
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 | 184 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
Schools in Alpha
Alpha, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,955
Median Home Value
$128,400
Median Rent
$957/mo
Population
1,038
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Community Profile
Alpha has a median household income of $72,955. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $128,400, with a median rent of $957/month. The local poverty rate of 1.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Alpha, Illinois
How many schools are in Alpha, Illinois?
Alpha has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Alpha, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alpha is 5.2 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 Alpha, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Alpha on MySchoolScout is Alwood Elem School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Alpha, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Alpha on MySchoolScout is Alwood Elem School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Alpha, Illinois?
Alpha is served by 1 school district: Alwood Cusd 225.
What is the education level in Alpha, Illinois?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Alpha have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Alpha, Illinois?
The median household income in Alpha is approximately $72,955 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alpha, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alpha is 9.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alpha, 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.