Best Schools in Blue Mound, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Meridian Elem School
Elementary · Meridian Cusd 15. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$125,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$125,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Blue Mound
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 | Meridian Elem School | 4.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $78,813
- Median home value
- $125,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Blue Mound compares
Median household income
$79k
96% of Illinois median
About Schools in Blue Mound, Illinois
Blue Mound, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Blue Mound 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 Blue Mound is Meridian Elem School with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Blue Mound is served by 1 school district: Meridian CUSD 15. These districts collectively serve 986 students.
Blue Mound's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,813. The poverty rate in the area is 8.6%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 477 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
Schools in Blue Mound
Blue Mound, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,813
Median Home Value
$125,900
Median Rent
$871/mo
Population
1,377
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Community Profile
Blue Mound has a median household income of $78,813. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $125,900, with a median rent of $871/month. The local poverty rate of 8.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Blue Mound, Illinois
How many schools are in Blue Mound, Illinois?
Blue Mound has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Blue Mound, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Blue Mound is 4.8 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 Blue Mound, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Blue Mound on MySchoolScout is Meridian Elem School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Blue Mound, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Blue Mound on MySchoolScout is Meridian Elem School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Blue Mound, Illinois?
Blue Mound is served by 1 school district: Meridian Cusd 15.
What is the education level in Blue Mound, Illinois?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Blue Mound have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Blue Mound, Illinois?
The median household income in Blue Mound is approximately $78,813 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Blue Mound, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Blue Mound is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Blue Mound, 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.