Best Schools in Mc Leansboro, Illinois
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Mc Leansboro by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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East Side Elementary School
Elementary · Hamilton Co Cusd 10. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hamilton County Jr/sr High School
High · Hamilton Co Cusd 10. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$91,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$91,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mc Leansboro
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Side Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Hamilton County Jr/sr High School | 6.4 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $53,373
- Median home value
- $91,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mc Leansboro compares
Illinois rank
#235 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$53k
65% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Mc Leansboro, Illinois
Mc Leansboro, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Mc Leansboro 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 Mc Leansboro is East Side Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mc Leansboro is served by 1 school district: Hamilton Co CUSD 10. These districts collectively serve 1,115 students.
Mc Leansboro's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,373. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.
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 | 410 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 472 students · 7th–12th | 6.4 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 89 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.9 |
Schools in Mc Leansboro
Mc Leansboro, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,373
Median Home Value
$91,100
Median Rent
$572/mo
Population
5,199
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Community Profile
Mc Leansboro has a median household income of $53,373. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $91,100, with a median rent of $572/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Mc Leansboro, Illinois
How many schools are in Mc Leansboro, Illinois?
Mc Leansboro has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mc Leansboro, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mc Leansboro is 6.1 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 Mc Leansboro, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Mc Leansboro on MySchoolScout is East Side Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mc Leansboro, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mc Leansboro on MySchoolScout is East Side Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best high school in Mc Leansboro, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Mc Leansboro on MySchoolScout is Hamilton County Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Mc Leansboro, Illinois?
Mc Leansboro is served by 1 school district: Hamilton Co Cusd 10.
What is the education level in Mc Leansboro, Illinois?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Mc Leansboro have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mc Leansboro, Illinois?
The median household income in Mc Leansboro is approximately $53,373 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mc Leansboro, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mc Leansboro is 19.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mc Leansboro, 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.