Best Schools in Earlville, Illinois
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Earlville?
Use this page to compare every school in Earlville 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.
Harding Grade School
Elementary · Serena Cusd 2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Earlville Jr/sr High School
High · Earlville Cusd 9. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Earlville Elem School
Elementary · Earlville Cusd 9. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Earlville for 2026 are Harding Grade School (7.0/10), Earlville Jr/sr High School (6.6/10), and Earlville Elem School (6.3/10), 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$151,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$151,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Earlville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harding Grade School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Earlville Jr/sr High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Earlville Elem School | 6.3 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $73,750
- Median home value
- $151,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Earlville compares
Illinois rank
#199 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$74k
90% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Earlville, Illinois
Earlville, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Earlville 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 Earlville is Harding Grade School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Earlville is served by 2 school districts: Earlville CUSD 9, Serena CUSD 2. These districts collectively serve 1,015 students.
Earlville's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,750. The poverty rate in the area is 12.7%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 126 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 254 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 95 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 52 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.3 |
Schools in Earlville
Earlville, Illinois · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,750
Median Home Value
$151,200
Median Rent
$1,051/mo
Population
3,576
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Community Profile
Earlville has a median household income of $73,750. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $151,200, with a median rent of $1,051/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
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 Earlville, Illinois
How many schools are in Earlville, Illinois?
Earlville has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Earlville, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Earlville is 6.3 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 Earlville, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Earlville on MySchoolScout is Harding Grade School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Earlville, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Earlville on MySchoolScout is Harding Grade School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Earlville, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Earlville on MySchoolScout is Earlville Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Earlville, Illinois?
Earlville is served by 2 school districts: Earlville Cusd 9, Serena Cusd 2.
What is the education level in Earlville, Illinois?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Earlville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Earlville, Illinois?
The median household income in Earlville is approximately $73,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Earlville, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Earlville is 11.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Earlville, 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.