Best Schools in Bunker Hill, Illinois
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Bunker Hill High School
High · Bunker Hill Cusd 8. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wolf Ridge Education Center
Elementary · Bunker Hill Cusd 8. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$187,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$187,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bunker Hill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bunker Hill High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Wolf Ridge Education Center | 4.1 / 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
- 4.4/10
- Median household income
- $82,583
- Median home value
- $187,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bunker Hill compares
Median household income
$83k
101% of Illinois median
About Schools in Bunker Hill, Illinois
Bunker Hill, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.4 out of 10, schools in Bunker Hill 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 Bunker Hill is Bunker Hill High School with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bunker Hill is served by 1 school district: Bunker Hill CUSD 8. These districts collectively serve 560 students.
Bunker Hill's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,583. The poverty rate in the area is 6.0%.
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 | 352 students · Pre-K–7th | 4.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 208 students · 8th–12th | 4.8 |
Schools in Bunker Hill
Bunker Hill, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,583
Median Home Value
$187,900
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
3,695
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Bunker Hill has a median household income of $82,583. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $187,900, with a median rent of $968/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Illinois
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bunker Hill, Illinois
How many schools are in Bunker Hill, Illinois?
Bunker Hill has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bunker Hill, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bunker Hill is 4.4 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 Bunker Hill, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Bunker Hill on MySchoolScout is Bunker Hill High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bunker Hill, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bunker Hill on MySchoolScout is Wolf Ridge Education Center with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best high school in Bunker Hill, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Bunker Hill on MySchoolScout is Bunker Hill High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Bunker Hill, Illinois?
Bunker Hill is served by 1 school district: Bunker Hill Cusd 8.
What is the education level in Bunker Hill, Illinois?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Bunker Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bunker Hill, Illinois?
The median household income in Bunker Hill is approximately $82,583 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bunker Hill, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bunker Hill is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bunker Hill, 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.