Best Schools in Flora, Illinois
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Flora by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Flora Elementary School
Elementary · Flora Cusd 35. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Flora High School
High · Flora Cusd 35. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Floyd Henson JR High Sch
Middle · Flora Cusd 35. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Flora for 2026 are Flora Elementary School (8.4/10), Flora High School (5.8/10), and Floyd Henson JR High Sch (5.4/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$90,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$90,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Flora
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flora Elementary School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Flora High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Floyd Henson JR High Sch | 5.4 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $54,241
- Median home value
- $90,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Flora compares
Illinois rank
#165 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$54k
66% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Flora, Illinois
Flora, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Flora 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 Flora is Flora Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Flora is served by 1 school district: Flora CUSD 35. These districts collectively serve 1,339 students.
Flora's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,241. The poverty rate in the area is 12.0%.
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 | 663 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 311 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 365 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Flora
Flora, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,241
Median Home Value
$90,800
Median Rent
$727/mo
Population
6,215
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
12.0%
Community Profile
Flora has a median household income of $54,241. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $90,800, with a median rent of $727/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Flora, Illinois
How many schools are in Flora, Illinois?
Flora has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Flora, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Flora is 6.5 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 Flora, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Flora on MySchoolScout is Flora Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Flora, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Flora on MySchoolScout is Flora Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Flora, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Flora on MySchoolScout is Floyd Henson JR High Sch with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Flora, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Flora on MySchoolScout is Flora High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Flora, Illinois?
Flora is served by 1 school district: Flora Cusd 35.
What is the education level in Flora, Illinois?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Flora have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Flora, Illinois?
The median household income in Flora is approximately $54,241 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Flora, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Flora is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Flora, 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.