Best Schools in Kell, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Kell Grade School
Elementary · Kell Cons Sd 2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.9
out of 10
Median Home
$79,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.9
out of 10
Median Home
$79,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Kell
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 | Kell Grade School | 3.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.9/10
- Median household income
- $64,750
- Median home value
- $79,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Kell compares
Median household income
$65k
79% of Illinois median
About Schools in Kell, Illinois
Kell, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.9 out of 10, schools in Kell face significant challenges 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 Kell is Kell Grade School with a composite score of 3.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kell is served by 1 school district: Kell Cons SD 2. These districts collectively serve 74 students.
Kell's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,750. The poverty rate in the area is 5.0%.
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 | 74 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.9 |
Schools in Kell
Kell, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,750
Median Home Value
$79,700
Median Rent
$982/mo
Population
962
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Community Profile
Kell has a median household income of $64,750. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $79,700, with a median rent of $982/month. The local poverty rate of 5.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
School District
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Common questions about schools in Kell, Illinois
How many schools are in Kell, Illinois?
Kell has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kell, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kell is 3.9 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 Kell, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Kell on MySchoolScout is Kell Grade School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kell, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kell on MySchoolScout is Kell Grade School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
How many school districts serve Kell, Illinois?
Kell is served by 1 school district: Kell Cons Sd 2.
What is the education level in Kell, Illinois?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Kell have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kell, Illinois?
The median household income in Kell is approximately $64,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kell, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kell is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kell, 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.