Best Schools in Hennepin, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Hennepin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Putnam County Elem School
Elementary · Putnam County Cusd 535. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$219,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$219,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Hennepin schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Hennepin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 1 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Putnam County Elem School | 7.9 / 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
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $87,500
- Median home value
- $219,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hennepin compares
Median household income
$88k
107% of Illinois median
Putnam County CUSD 535 runs Hennepin's public schools
1 public school. Putnam County CUSD 535 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Hennepin is a Putnam County CUSD 535 school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Hennepin, Illinois
Hennepin, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Hennepin perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hennepin is Putnam County Elem School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hennepin is served by 1 school district: Putnam County CUSD 535. These districts collectively serve 766 students.
Hennepin's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,500. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.
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 | 156 students · 3rd–5th | 7.9 |
Schools in Hennepin
Hennepin, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$87,500
Median Home Value
$219,000
Median Rent
$836/mo
Population
1,341
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Community Profile
Hennepin has a median household income of $87,500. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $219,000, with a median rent of $836/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Hennepin, Illinois
How many schools are in Hennepin, Illinois?
Hennepin has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hennepin, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hennepin is 7.9 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 Hennepin, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Hennepin on MySchoolScout is Putnam County Elem School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hennepin, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hennepin on MySchoolScout is Putnam County Elem School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Hennepin, Illinois?
Hennepin is served by 1 school district: Putnam County Cusd 535.
What is the education level in Hennepin, Illinois?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Hennepin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hennepin, Illinois?
The median household income in Hennepin is approximately $87,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hennepin, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hennepin is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hennepin, 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.