Best Schools in Granite City, Illinois
14 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Granite City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Venice Elem School
Elementary · Venice Cusd 3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rivers of Life Christian School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Coordinated Youth & Human Services
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Granite City for 2026 are Venice Elem School (7.0/10), Rivers of Life Christian School (6.9/10), and Coordinated Youth & Human Services (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 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
14
9 public · 5 private
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$106,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
14
9 public · 5 private
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$106,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 6.5/10 despite 67% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Granite City schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Granite City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Venice Elem School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Rivers of Life Christian School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Coordinated Youth & Human Services | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Grigsby Intermediate School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | St Elizabeth Elementary School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Coolidge Junior High Sch | 4.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Granite City High School | 4.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Mitchell Elementary School | 4.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Maryville Elem School | 3.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Frohardt Elem School | 2.9 / 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
- 4.6/10
- Median household income
- $60,558
- Median home value
- $106,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
8% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Granite City compares
Illinois rank
#420 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.6
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$61k
74% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Granite City, Illinois
Granite City, Illinois is home to 14 schools, including 9 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.6 out of 10, schools in Granite City 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 Granite City is Venice Elem School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Granite City is served by 2 school districts: Granite City CUSD 9, Venice CUSD 3. These districts collectively serve 5,860 students.
Granite City's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,558. The poverty rate in the area is 14.5%.
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
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 85 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 397 students · 3rd–4th | 4.2 | ||
| 3 | 394 students · 1st–2nd | 3.0 | ||
| 4 | 418 students · 3rd–4th | 2.9 | ||
| 5 | 657 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 2.6 | ||
| 6 | 458 students · 1st–2nd | 1.9 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Elizabeth Elementary School
Private
163 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.6 | ||
| 2 | Metro East Montessori School
Private
18 students · Pre-K–6th | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 808 students · 5th–6th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 858 students · 7th–8th | 4.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,785 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 59 students · 5th–12th | 6.6 | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rivers of Life Christian School
Private
118 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.9 |
| 2 | Word of Life Christian Academy
Private
23 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Granite City
Granite City, Illinois · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,558
Median Home Value
$106,600
Median Rent
$852/mo
Population
40,365
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Community Profile
Granite City has a median household income of $60,558. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $106,600, with a median rent of $852/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Granite City, Illinois
How many schools are in Granite City, Illinois?
Granite City has 14 schools, including 9 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Granite City, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Granite City is 4.6 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 Granite City, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Granite City on MySchoolScout is Venice Elem School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Granite City, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Granite City on MySchoolScout is Venice Elem School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Granite City, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Granite City on MySchoolScout is Grigsby Intermediate School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Granite City, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Granite City on MySchoolScout is Coordinated Youth & Human Services with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Granite City, Illinois?
Granite City is served by 2 school districts: Granite City Cusd 9, Venice Cusd 3.
What is the education level in Granite City, Illinois?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Granite City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Granite City, Illinois?
The median household income in Granite City is approximately $60,558 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Granite City, Illinois?
Yes, Granite City has 5 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Rivers of Life Christian School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Granite City, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Granite City is 13.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Granite City, 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.