Best Schools in Goreville, Illinois
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Goreville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Goreville High School
High · Goreville Cud 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Goreville Elementary School
Elementary · Goreville Cud 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$161,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$161,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Goreville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goreville High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Goreville Elementary School | 4.6 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $67,719
- Median home value
- $161,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Goreville compares
Median household income
$68k
83% of Illinois median
About Schools in Goreville, Illinois
Goreville, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Goreville 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 Goreville is Goreville High School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Goreville is served by 1 school district: Goreville CUD 1. These districts collectively serve 649 students.
Goreville's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,719. The poverty rate in the area is 8.3%.
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 | 473 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 176 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Goreville
Goreville, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,719
Median Home Value
$161,000
Median Rent
$848/mo
Population
3,072
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Community Profile
Goreville has a median household income of $67,719. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,000, with a median rent of $848/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Illinois
Top metros statewide by school count.
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 Goreville, Illinois
How many schools are in Goreville, Illinois?
Goreville has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Goreville, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Goreville is 5.8 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 Goreville, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Goreville on MySchoolScout is Goreville High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Goreville, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Goreville on MySchoolScout is Goreville Elementary School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Goreville, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Goreville on MySchoolScout is Goreville High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Goreville, Illinois?
Goreville is served by 1 school district: Goreville Cud 1.
What is the education level in Goreville, Illinois?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Goreville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Goreville, Illinois?
The median household income in Goreville is approximately $67,719 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Goreville, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Goreville is 14.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Goreville, 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.