Best Schools in Kings, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Kings Elementary School
Elementary · Kings Cons Sd 144. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.9
out of 10
Median Home
$164,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.9
out of 10
Median Home
$164,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Kings
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 | Kings Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.9/10
- Median household income
- $69,840
- Median home value
- $164,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Kings compares
Median household income
$70k
85% of Illinois median
About Schools in Kings, Illinois
Kings, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.9 out of 10, schools in Kings 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 Kings is Kings Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kings is served by 1 school district: Kings Cons SD 144. These districts collectively serve 76 students.
Kings's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,840. The poverty rate in the area is 10.9%.
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 | 76 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.9 |
Schools in Kings
Kings, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,840
Median Home Value
$164,900
Median Rent
$955/mo
Population
15,076
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Community Profile
Kings has a median household income of $69,840. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,900, with a median rent of $955/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Kings, Illinois
How many schools are in Kings, Illinois?
Kings has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kings, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kings is 8.9 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 Kings, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Kings on MySchoolScout is Kings Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kings, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kings on MySchoolScout is Kings Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
How many school districts serve Kings, Illinois?
Kings is served by 1 school district: Kings Cons Sd 144.
What is the education level in Kings, Illinois?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Kings have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kings, Illinois?
The median household income in Kings is approximately $69,840 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kings, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kings is 7.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kings, 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.