Best Schools in Buckley, Illinois
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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St Johns Lutheran School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
0 public · 2 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$97,900
home value · ACS
Schools
2
0 public · 2 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$97,900
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Buckley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Johns Lutheran School | 4.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $54,100
- Median home value
- $97,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Buckley compares
Median household income
$54k
66% of Illinois median
About Schools in Buckley, Illinois
Buckley, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 0 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
The highest-performing school in Buckley is St Johns Lutheran School with a composite score of 4.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Buckley's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,100. The poverty rate in the area is 12.0%.
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 | St Johns Lutheran School
Private
74 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christ Lutheran High School
Private
17 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Buckley
Buckley, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,100
Median Home Value
$97,900
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
633
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
85%
Poverty Rate
12.0%
Community Profile
Buckley has a median household income of $54,100. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $97,900, with a median rent of $843/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Buckley, Illinois
How many schools are in Buckley, Illinois?
Buckley has 2 schools, including 0 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Buckley, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Buckley on MySchoolScout is St Johns Lutheran School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Buckley, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Buckley on MySchoolScout is St Johns Lutheran School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the education level in Buckley, Illinois?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Buckley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Buckley, Illinois?
The median household income in Buckley is approximately $54,100 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Buckley, Illinois?
Yes, Buckley has 2 private schools alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Johns Lutheran School with a score of 4.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Buckley, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buckley is 7.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buckley, 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.