6.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Mounds, Illinois

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.1/10

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%

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 measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Mounds is Meridian High School with a composite score of 7.1/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Meridian Elementary School 232 students · Pre-K–5th	232	Pre-K–5th	5.1

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Meridian High School 210 students · 6th–12th	210	6th–12th	7.1

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.

Quick Facts

State: Illinois
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.1/10

Resources

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School District

Meridian CUSD 101

2 schools · 442 students

Nearby Cities

Olive Branch (1 school)

Metropolis (6 schools)

24 mi

Wolf Lake (3 schools)

28 mi

Goreville (2 schools)

31 mi

Other Major Cities in Illinois

Top metros statewide by school count.

Chicago 850 schools Aurora 62 schools Rockford 61 schools Naperville 58 schools Peoria 53 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 7.1/10.

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 5.1/10.

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 7.1/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.