Best Schools in Harristown, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Sangamon Valley Primary School
Elementary · Sangamon Valley Cusd 9. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$88,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$88,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Harristown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sangamon Valley Primary School | 4.7 / 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
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $61,000
- Median home value
- $88,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Harristown compares
Median household income
$61k
74% of Illinois median
About Schools in Harristown, Illinois
Harristown, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Harristown 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 Harristown is Sangamon Valley Primary School with a composite score of 4.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Harristown is served by 1 school district: Sangamon Valley CUSD 9. These districts collectively serve 616 students.
Harristown's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,000. The poverty rate in the area is 3.1%.
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 | 159 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.7 |
Schools in Harristown
Harristown, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,000
Median Home Value
$88,500
Population
288
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Community Profile
Harristown has a median household income of $61,000. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $88,500. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Harristown, Illinois
How many schools are in Harristown, Illinois?
Harristown has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Harristown, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Harristown is 4.7 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 Harristown, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Harristown on MySchoolScout is Sangamon Valley Primary School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Harristown, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Harristown on MySchoolScout is Sangamon Valley Primary School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Harristown, Illinois?
Harristown is served by 1 school district: Sangamon Valley Cusd 9.
What is the education level in Harristown, Illinois?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Harristown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Harristown, Illinois?
The median household income in Harristown is approximately $61,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harristown, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Harristown is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Harristown, 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.