Best Schools in Crete, Illinois
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Crete?
Use this page to compare every school in Crete by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Balmoral Elem Sch
Elementary · Crete Monee Cusd 201u. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Crete Elementary School
Elementary · Crete Monee Cusd 201u. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Crete-Monee High School
High · Crete Monee Cusd 201u. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Crete for 2026 are Balmoral Elem Sch (7.5/10), Crete Elementary School (6.8/10), and Crete-Monee High School (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
4 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$225,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
4 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$225,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Crete schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Crete
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balmoral Elem Sch | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Crete Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Crete-Monee High School | 5.7 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $93,346
- Median home value
- $225,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
43% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Crete compares
Illinois rank
#154 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$93k
114% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
7
Crete Monee CUSD 201u runs Crete's public schools
4 public schools. Crete Monee CUSD 201u is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Crete is a Crete Monee CUSD 201u school (4 of 4).
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.7 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Crete, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Crete, Illinois
Crete, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 4 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Crete show moderate performance 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 Crete is Illinois Lutheran High School and Junior High with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Crete is served by 1 school district: Crete Monee CUSD 201U. These districts collectively serve 4,489 students.
Crete's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $93,346. The poverty rate in the area is 7.5%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 462 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 389 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 117 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 125 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,503 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 135 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 213 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 7.3 |
Schools in Crete
Crete, Illinois · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$93,346
Median Home Value
$225,900
Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Population
15,408
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Community Profile
Crete has a median household income of $93,346. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $225,900, with a median rent of $1,362/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 4
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Crete, Illinois
How many schools are in Crete, Illinois?
Crete has 7 schools, including 4 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Crete, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Crete is 6.8 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 Crete, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Crete on MySchoolScout is Balmoral Elem Sch with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Crete, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Crete on MySchoolScout is Balmoral Elem Sch with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Crete, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Crete on MySchoolScout is Crete-Monee High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Crete, Illinois?
Crete is served by 1 school district: Crete Monee Cusd 201u.
What is the education level in Crete, Illinois?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Crete have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Crete, Illinois?
The median household income in Crete is approximately $93,346 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Crete, Illinois?
Yes, Crete has 3 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Illinois Lutheran High School and Junior High with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Crete, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Crete is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Crete, 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.