Best Schools in Aurora, Illinois
62 schools · 40 Elementary · 11 Middle · 7 High · 4 Other
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $107,571
- Median home value
- $282,480
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 42%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
26% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Aurora compares
Illinois rank
#264 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Illinois avg (6.3)
Median household income
$108k
131% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
57
About Schools in Aurora, Illinois
Aurora, Illinois has 45 ranked public schools, giving families a wide field to evaluate. The city's average school score is 5.8 out of 10, which reflects a broad performance spread — from high-achieving campuses to schools that trail state benchmarks. Only 7 schools, or 16% of the total, score 7 or above, so standout options are available but not the norm across the district.
At the top of the rankings, Peter M Gombert Elementary School leads the city with a score of 8.2 out of 10, the highest in Aurora. Metea Valley High School follows at 8.1, and Waubonsie Valley High School scores 7.9 — both sit among the stronger high school options in the western suburbs. Francis Granger Middle School rounds out the upper tier at 7.7, while C I Johnson Elementary School holds a 7.3. These five schools form a reliable cluster of high performers, but they represent a small fraction of the 45 ranked schools citywide.
Aurora spans multiple school districts, and boundaries matter significantly here. Families near Naperville Unit School District 203 and Indian Prairie School District 204 — which serve parts of Aurora — tend to have access to the higher-scoring campuses. Gombert Elementary and Metea Valley both fall within District 204. Parents should confirm their specific attendance zone early, since an address close to a top-rated school does not guarantee enrollment there.
The practical takeaway: Aurora offers real choices for parents willing to research boundaries and consider options like open enrollment or magnet programs where available. With 84% of schools scoring below 7 out of 10, the city average alone is not a reliable guide. Focus on individual school scores, check which district serves your address, and compare grade-level options across elementary, middle, and high school separately — performance levels shift at each stage. The gap between Aurora's best and most average schools is meaningful, and the data rewards parents who look closely rather than rely on neighborhood reputation alone.
Elementary Schools
40 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 415 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 271 students · 3rd–5th | 7.3 |
| 3 | 584 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 |
| 4 | 487 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
| 5 | 376 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 6 | 354 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
| 7 | 458 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
| 8 | 432 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.1 |
| 9 | 368 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 |
| 10 | 430 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
| 11 | 275 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
| 12 | 316 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 5.6 |
| 13 | 670 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 |
| 14 | 551 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
| 15 | 522 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 |
| 16 | 596 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 |
| 17 | 224 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
| 18 | 707 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
| 19 | 281 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.0 |
| 20 | 516 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.0 |
| 21 | 686 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
| 22 | 511 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
| 23 | 546 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
| 24 | 474 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.5 |
| 25 | 625 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.4 |
Show 15 more elementary schools
| 26 | 494 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.2 | ||
| 27 | 527 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.1 | ||
| 28 | 739 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.9 | ||
| Private Schools 12 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Private
78 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | RESURRECTION LUTHERAN SCHOOL
Private
41 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 122 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL
Private
128 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | FOX VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Private
34 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated | ||
| 6 | ST RITA OF CASCIA SCHOOL
Private
183 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 7 | HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Private
358 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 8 | CASA DEI BAMBINI
Private
48 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 9 | 78 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 10 | ALL ABOUT KIDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Private
5 students · Pre-K–TK | Not Rated | ||
| 11 | COSMIC MONTESSORI COMMUNITY
Private
16 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 12 | MONTESSORI CHILDRENS GARDEN
Private
8 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,013 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 576 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
| 3 | 678 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
| 4 | 850 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 5 | 560 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
| 6 | 904 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 7 | 575 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
| 8 | 689 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
| 9 | 794 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
| 10 | 737 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
| 11 | 281 students · 6th–8th | 5.0 |
High Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,807 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 2,781 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 | ||
| 3 | 3,655 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 | ||
| 4 | 4,019 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 | ||
| 5 | 630 students · 10th–12th | — | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | ROSARY HIGH SCHOOL
Private
265 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | MARMION ACADEMY
Private
511 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 582 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.5 | ||
| 2 | 563 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.8 | ||
| 3 | 2 students · Pre-K–12th | — | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Private
85 students · Pre-K–10th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Aurora
Aurora, Illinois · 62 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes
Median Income
$107,571
Median Home Value
$282,480
Median Rent
$1,714/mo
Population
187,044
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Aurora has a median household income of $107,571. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $282,480, with a median rent of $1,714/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Quick Facts
- State
- Illinois
- Total Schools
- 62
- Elementary
- 40
- Middle
- 11
- High
- 7
- Districts
- 5
- Avg Rating
- 6.0/10
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How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Aurora, Illinois
How many schools are in Aurora, Illinois?
Aurora has 62 schools, including 47 public and 15 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Aurora, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Aurora is 6.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.
What is the top-ranked school in Aurora, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Aurora on MySchoolScout is Peter M Gombert Elementary Sch with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Aurora, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Aurora on MySchoolScout is Peter M Gombert Elementary Sch with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Aurora, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Aurora on MySchoolScout is Francis Granger Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Aurora, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Aurora on MySchoolScout is Metea Valley High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Aurora, Illinois?
Aurora is served by 5 school districts: Il Mathematics & Science Academy, Aurora East USD 131, Aurora West USD 129, Cusd 308, Indian Prairie Cusd 204.
What is the education level in Aurora, Illinois?
According to Census data, 42% of adults in Aurora have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Aurora, Illinois?
The median household income in Aurora is approximately $107,571 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Aurora, Illinois?
Yes, Aurora has 15 private schools alongside 47 public schools. The top-rated private school is Rosary High School with a score of 7.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Aurora, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Aurora is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Aurora, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.
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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.