Best Schools in Arthur, Illinois
8 schools · 1 Elementary · 5 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Arthur by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Arthur Grade School
Elementary · Arthur Cusd 305. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond
High · Arthur Cusd 305. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
8
2 public · 6 private
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$167,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
8
2 public · 6 private
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$167,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Arthur schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Arthur
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arthur Grade School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond | 6.6 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $76,960
- Median home value
- $167,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
14% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Arthur compares
Illinois rank
#421 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.4
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$77k
94% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
7
Arthur CUSD 305 runs Arthur's public schools
2 public schools. Arthur CUSD 305 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Arthur is a Arthur CUSD 305 school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.6 to 8.6 — the spread is inside Arthur, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Arthur, Illinois
Arthur, Illinois is home to 8 schools, including 2 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 5 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Arthur 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 Arthur is Arthur Grade School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Arthur is served by 1 school district: Arthur CUSD 305. These districts collectively serve 934 students.
Arthur's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,960. The poverty rate in the area is 16.7%.
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 | 260 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.6 |
Middle Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plainview Parochial SchoolPrivate 35 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Northside SchoolPrivate 31 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 3 | Prairie Lane Amish SchoolPrivate 40 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 4 | South Prairie SchoolPrivate 34 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 5 | Meadowlark SchoolPrivate 28 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 292 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arthur Christian SchoolPrivate 239 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Arthur
Arthur, Illinois · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,960
Median Home Value
$167,000
Median Rent
$698/mo
Population
4,484
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Community Profile
Arthur has a median household income of $76,960. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $167,000, with a median rent of $698/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 5
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Arthur, Illinois
How many schools are in Arthur, Illinois?
Arthur has 8 schools, including 2 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Arthur, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Arthur is 5.0 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 Arthur, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Arthur on MySchoolScout is Arthur Grade School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Arthur, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Arthur on MySchoolScout is Arthur Grade School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Arthur, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Arthur on MySchoolScout is Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Arthur, Illinois?
Arthur is served by 1 school district: Arthur Cusd 305.
What is the education level in Arthur, Illinois?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Arthur have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Arthur, Illinois?
The median household income in Arthur is approximately $76,960 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Arthur, Illinois?
Yes, Arthur has 6 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Arthur Christian School with a score of 5.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Arthur, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Arthur is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Arthur, 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.