Best Schools in Cahokia, Illinois
7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Cahokia by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Estelle Sauget School of Choice
Elementary · Cahokia Cusd 187. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Huffman Elem School
Elementary · Cahokia Cusd 187. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Elizabeth Morris Elem School
Elementary · Cahokia Cusd 187. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cahokia for 2026 are Estelle Sauget School of Choice (5.3/10), Huffman Elem School (5.0/10), and Elizabeth Morris Elem School (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
4.0
out of 10
Median Home
$57,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
4.0
out of 10
Median Home
$57,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Cahokia schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Cahokia
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Estelle Sauget School of Choice | 5.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Huffman Elem School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Elizabeth Morris Elem School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Penniman Elem School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Wirth/parks Middle School | 3.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Cahokia High School | 2.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Maplewood Elem School | 2.4 / 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
- 4.0/10
- Median household income
- $39,520
- Median home value
- $57,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 58%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cahokia compares
Illinois rank
#448 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-2.4
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$40k
48% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
7
Cahokia CUSD 187 runs Cahokia's public schools
7 public schools. Cahokia CUSD 187 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Cahokia is a Cahokia CUSD 187 school (7 of 7).
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.4 to 5.3 — the spread is inside Cahokia, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Cahokia, Illinois
Cahokia, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.0 out of 10, schools in Cahokia face significant challenges 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 Cahokia is Estelle Sauget School of Choice with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cahokia is served by 1 school district: Cahokia CUSD 187. These districts collectively serve 3,056 students.
Cahokia's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $39,520. The poverty rate in the area is 29.9%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 249 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 277 students · 3rd–5th | 5.0 |
| 3 | 272 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 4.8 |
| 4 | 260 students · 3rd–5th | 4.3 |
| 5 | 326 students · Pre-K–2nd | 2.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 623 students · 6th–8th | 3.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 783 students · 9th–12th | 2.8 |
Schools in Cahokia
Cahokia, Illinois · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$39,520
Median Home Value
$57,700
Median Rent
$1,021/mo
Population
13,155
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Community Profile
Cahokia has a median household income of $39,520. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $57,700, with a median rent of $1,021/month. The area has a poverty rate of 29.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Cahokia, Illinois
How many schools are in Cahokia, Illinois?
Cahokia has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cahokia, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cahokia is 4.0 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 Cahokia, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Cahokia on MySchoolScout is Estelle Sauget School of Choice with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cahokia, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cahokia on MySchoolScout is Estelle Sauget School of Choice with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Cahokia, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Cahokia on MySchoolScout is Wirth/parks Middle School with a composite score of 3.2/10.
What is the best high school in Cahokia, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Cahokia on MySchoolScout is Cahokia High School with a composite score of 2.8/10.
How many school districts serve Cahokia, Illinois?
Cahokia is served by 1 school district: Cahokia Cusd 187.
What is the education level in Cahokia, Illinois?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Cahokia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cahokia, Illinois?
The median household income in Cahokia is approximately $39,520 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cahokia, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cahokia is 22.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cahokia, 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.