Best Schools in Moline, Illinois
17 schools · 12 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Moline?
Use this page to compare every school in Moline by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Butterworth Elem School
Elementary · Moline-Coal Valley Cusd 40. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Benjamin Franklin Elem School
Elementary · Moline-Coal Valley Cusd 40. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Jane Addams Elementary School
Elementary · Moline-Coal Valley Cusd 40. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Moline for 2026 are Butterworth Elem School (6.8/10), Benjamin Franklin Elem School (6.7/10), and Jane Addams Elementary School (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
17
13 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$142,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
17
13 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$142,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 6.8/10 despite 74% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Moline schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +6.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Moline schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Moline
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 12 rated schools; 17 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Butterworth Elem School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Benjamin Franklin Elem School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Jane Addams Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Hamilton Elem School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Logan Elem School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Roosevelt Elem School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | John Deere Middle School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Willard Elem School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Woodrow Wilson Middle School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Moline SR High School | 4.3 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $63,910
- Median home value
- $142,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
6% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Moline compares
Illinois rank
#344 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$64k
78% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
16
Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 runs Moline's public schools
13 public schools. Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Moline is a Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 school (13 of 13).
Among 12 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.0 to 6.8 — the spread is inside Moline, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Moline, Illinois
Moline, Illinois is home to 17 schools, including 13 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 12 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Moline show moderate performance 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 Moline is Quad Cities Christian School Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Moline is served by 1 school district: Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40. These districts collectively serve 7,254 students.
Moline's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,910. The poverty rate in the area is 16.0%.
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
12 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 275 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 304 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 302 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 | ||
| 4 | 569 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 5 | 293 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 6 | 378 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 7 | 176 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 | ||
| 8 | 311 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.7 | ||
| 9 | 350 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.0 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 130 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 12 elementary schools in Moline
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 744 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 866 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,206 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Quad Cities Christian SchoolPrivate 167 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 145 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.1 |
Schools in Moline
Moline, Illinois · 17 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,910
Median Home Value
$142,300
Median Rent
$890/mo
Population
43,851
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
16.0%
Community Profile
Moline has a median household income of $63,910. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $142,300, with a median rent of $890/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 12
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Moline, Illinois
How many schools are in Moline, Illinois?
Moline has 17 schools, including 13 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Moline, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Moline is 5.7 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 Moline, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Moline on MySchoolScout is Butterworth Elem School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Moline, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Moline on MySchoolScout is Butterworth Elem School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Moline, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Moline on MySchoolScout is John Deere Middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Moline, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Moline on MySchoolScout is Moline SR High School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
How many school districts serve Moline, Illinois?
Moline is served by 1 school district: Moline-Coal Valley Cusd 40.
What is the education level in Moline, Illinois?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Moline have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Moline, Illinois?
The median household income in Moline is approximately $63,910 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Moline, Illinois?
Yes, Moline has 4 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is Quad Cities Christian School Elementary with a score of 8.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Moline, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Moline is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Moline, 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.