Best Schools in Carlock, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Carlock Elem School
Elementary · Mclean County USD 5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$221,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$221,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carlock
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 | Carlock Elem School | 5.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $117,000
- Median home value
- $221,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Carlock compares
Median household income
$117k
143% of Illinois median
About Schools in Carlock, Illinois
Carlock, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Carlock 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 Carlock is Carlock Elem School with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carlock is served by 1 school district: McLean County USD 5. These districts collectively serve 12,518 students.
Carlock's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $117,000. The poverty rate in the area is 3.7%.
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 | 115 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 |
Schools in Carlock
Carlock, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$117,000
Median Home Value
$221,600
Median Rent
$1,318/mo
Population
1,495
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
93%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Community Profile
Carlock has a median household income of $117,000. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $221,600, with a median rent of $1,318/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Carlock, Illinois
How many schools are in Carlock, Illinois?
Carlock has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carlock, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carlock is 5.9 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 Carlock, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Carlock on MySchoolScout is Carlock Elem School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carlock, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carlock on MySchoolScout is Carlock Elem School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Carlock, Illinois?
Carlock is served by 1 school district: Mclean County USD 5.
What is the education level in Carlock, Illinois?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Carlock have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carlock, Illinois?
The median household income in Carlock is approximately $117,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carlock, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carlock is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carlock, 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.