Best Schools in Beardstown, Illinois
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Beardstown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Beardstown Jr/sr High School
High · Beardstown Cusd 15. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Gard Elementary School
Elementary · Beardstown Cusd 15. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$86,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$86,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Beardstown schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Beardstown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beardstown Jr/sr High School | 4.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Gard Elementary School | 4.0 / 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
- 5.1/10
- Median household income
- $62,694
- Median home value
- $86,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Beardstown compares
Illinois rank
#415 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$63k
77% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
4
Beardstown CUSD 15 runs Beardstown's public schools
3 public schools. Beardstown CUSD 15 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Beardstown is a Beardstown CUSD 15 school (3 of 3).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.0 to 4.2 — the spread is inside Beardstown, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Beardstown, Illinois
Beardstown, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Beardstown 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 Beardstown is Beardstown Christian Academy with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Beardstown is served by 1 school district: Beardstown CUSD 15. These districts collectively serve 1,496 students.
Beardstown's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,694. The poverty rate in the area is 12.7%.
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 | 488 students · Kindergarten–4th | 4.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 837 students · 5th–12th | 4.2 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 171 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.8 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Beardstown Christian AcademyPrivate 121 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Beardstown
Beardstown, Illinois · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,694
Median Home Value
$86,400
Median Rent
$766/mo
Population
7,391
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Community Profile
Beardstown has a median household income of $62,694. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $86,400, with a median rent of $766/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Beardstown, Illinois
How many schools are in Beardstown, Illinois?
Beardstown has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Beardstown, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Beardstown is 5.1 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 Beardstown, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Beardstown on MySchoolScout is Beardstown Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Beardstown, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Beardstown on MySchoolScout is Gard Elementary School with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best high school in Beardstown, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Beardstown on MySchoolScout is Beardstown Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
How many school districts serve Beardstown, Illinois?
Beardstown is served by 1 school district: Beardstown Cusd 15.
What is the education level in Beardstown, Illinois?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Beardstown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Beardstown, Illinois?
The median household income in Beardstown is approximately $62,694 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Beardstown, Illinois?
Yes, Beardstown has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Beardstown Christian Academy with a score of 7.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Beardstown, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Beardstown is 17.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Beardstown, 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.