Best Schools in Mounds, Illinois
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Mounds by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Meridian High School
High · Meridian Cusd 101. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Meridian Elementary School
Elementary · Meridian Cusd 101. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$95,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$95,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mounds
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meridian High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Meridian Elementary School | 5.7 / 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
- $28,875
- Median home value
- $95,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Mounds compares
Median household income
$29k
35% of Illinois median
About Schools in Mounds, Illinois
Mounds, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 2 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 Mounds 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 Mounds is Meridian High School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mounds is served by 1 school district: Meridian CUSD 101. These districts collectively serve 442 students.
Mounds's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $28,875. The poverty rate in the area is 45.4%.
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 | 232 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 210 students · 6th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Mounds
Mounds, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$28,875
Median Home Value
$95,000
Median Rent
$559/mo
Population
1,028
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
59%
Poverty Rate
45.4%
Community Profile
Mounds has a median household income of $28,875. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $95,000, with a median rent of $559/month. The area has a poverty rate of 45.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Mounds, Illinois
How many schools are in Mounds, Illinois?
Mounds has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mounds, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mounds 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 Mounds, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Mounds on MySchoolScout is Meridian High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mounds, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mounds on MySchoolScout is Meridian Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Mounds, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Mounds on MySchoolScout is Meridian High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Mounds, Illinois?
Mounds is served by 1 school district: Meridian Cusd 101.
What is the education level in Mounds, Illinois?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Mounds have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mounds, Illinois?
The median household income in Mounds is approximately $28,875 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mounds, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mounds is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mounds, 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.