Best Schools in Ashkum, Illinois
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$151,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$151,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $87,500
- Median home value
- $151,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ashkum compares
Median household income
$88k
107% of Illinois median
About Schools in Ashkum, Illinois
Ashkum, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Ashkum 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 Ashkum is Ashkum Early Literacy Center with a composite score of 5.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ashkum is served by 1 school district: Central CUSD 4. These districts collectively serve 978 students.
Ashkum's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,500. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 53 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.0 |
Schools in Ashkum
Ashkum, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$87,500
Median Home Value
$151,900
Median Rent
$833/mo
Population
1,215
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Community Profile
Ashkum has a median household income of $87,500. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $151,900, with a median rent of $833/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Ashkum, Illinois
How many schools are in Ashkum, Illinois?
Ashkum has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ashkum, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ashkum is 5.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Ashkum, Illinois?
Ashkum is served by 1 school district: Central Cusd 4.
What is the education level in Ashkum, Illinois?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Ashkum have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ashkum, Illinois?
The median household income in Ashkum is approximately $87,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ashkum, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ashkum is 26.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ashkum, 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.