Best Schools in Cornell, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Cornell by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cornell Elem School
Elementary · Cornell Ccsd 426. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$171,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$171,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cornell
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 | Cornell Elem School | 4.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $73,000
- Median home value
- $171,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cornell compares
Median household income
$73k
89% of Illinois median
About Schools in Cornell, Illinois
Cornell, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Cornell 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 Cornell is Cornell Elem School with a composite score of 4.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cornell is served by 1 school district: Cornell CCSD 426. These districts collectively serve 112 students.
Cornell's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,000. The poverty rate in the area is 10.3%.
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 | 112 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.7 |
Schools in Cornell
Cornell, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,000
Median Home Value
$171,700
Median Rent
$855/mo
Population
1,188
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Community Profile
Cornell has a median household income of $73,000. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $171,700, with a median rent of $855/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Cornell, Illinois
How many schools are in Cornell, Illinois?
Cornell has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cornell, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cornell is 4.7 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 Cornell, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Cornell on MySchoolScout is Cornell Elem School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cornell, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cornell on MySchoolScout is Cornell Elem School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Cornell, Illinois?
Cornell is served by 1 school district: Cornell Ccsd 426.
What is the education level in Cornell, Illinois?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Cornell have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cornell, Illinois?
The median household income in Cornell is approximately $73,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cornell, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cornell is 8.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cornell, 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.