Best Schools in Jonesboro, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Jonesboro Elem School
Elementary · County of Union Sch Dist No43. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$124,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$124,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Jonesboro
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 | Jonesboro Elem School | 7.8 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $57,206
- Median home value
- $124,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Jonesboro compares
Median household income
$57k
70% of Illinois median
About Schools in Jonesboro, Illinois
Jonesboro, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Jonesboro perform strongly 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 Jonesboro is Jonesboro Elem School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Jonesboro is served by 1 school district: County of Union Sch Dist No43. These districts collectively serve 325 students.
Jonesboro's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,206. The poverty rate in the area is 23.3%.
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 | 325 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.8 |
Schools in Jonesboro
Jonesboro, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,206
Median Home Value
$124,300
Median Rent
$727/mo
Population
2,950
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Community Profile
Jonesboro has a median household income of $57,206. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $124,300, with a median rent of $727/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Jonesboro, Illinois
How many schools are in Jonesboro, Illinois?
Jonesboro has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Jonesboro, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Jonesboro is 7.8 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 Jonesboro, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Jonesboro on MySchoolScout is Jonesboro Elem School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Jonesboro, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Jonesboro on MySchoolScout is Jonesboro Elem School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Jonesboro, Illinois?
Jonesboro is served by 1 school district: County of Union Sch Dist No43.
What is the education level in Jonesboro, Illinois?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Jonesboro have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Jonesboro, Illinois?
The median household income in Jonesboro is approximately $57,206 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Jonesboro, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Jonesboro 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 Jonesboro, 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.