6.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Mount Vernon, Illinois

13 schools · 9 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 9

Private: 4

Districts: 6

Avg Rating: 6.5/10

Estimated Scores: 33%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.5/10
Median household income: $58,082
Median home value: $117,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 21%
Avg commute: 17 min
Owner-occupied homes: 66%

How Mount Vernon compares

Illinois rank

#152 of 444

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Illinois avg (6.3)

Median household income

$58k

71% of Illinois median

Schools in this city

12

About Schools in Mount Vernon, Illinois

Mount Vernon, Illinois is home to 13 schools, including 9 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Mount Vernon show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Mount Vernon is Spring Garden Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Mount Vernon is served by 6 school districts. These districts collectively serve 3,402 students.

Mount Vernon's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,082. The poverty rate in the area is 14.6%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (13) Elementary (9) Middle (1) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (13) Public (9) Private (4)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (13) Academics (13) Growth (8) Resources (9)

Filter by ZIP: 62864 (13)

Elementary Schools

9 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Spring Garden Elementary School 131 students · Kindergarten–4th	131	Kindergarten–4th	8.3
2	Summersville Grade School 264 students · Pre-K–8th	264	Pre-K–8th	7.2
3	Bethel Grade School 145 students · Pre-K–8th	145	Pre-K–8th	6.9
4	McClellan Elementary School 45 students · Kindergarten–8th	45	Kindergarten–8th	6.7
5	J L Buford Intermediate Ed Ctr 280 students · 4th–5th	280	4th–5th	6.7
6	Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center 567 students · Kindergarten–3rd	567	Kindergarten–3rd	4.6
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	CORAM DEO CLASSICAL SCHOOL Private 45 students · Pre-K–8th	45	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Private 98 students · Kindergarten–8th	98	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
3	CORAM DEO CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 46 students · Pre-K–8th	46	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Zadok Casey Middle School 392 students · 6th–8th	392	6th–8th	6.5

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Mount Vernon High School 1,240 students · 9th–12th	1,240	9th–12th	4.8

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Dr Andy Hall Early Educ Ctr 252 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	252	Pre-K–Pre-K	6.2
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 6 students · 3rd–9th	6	3rd–9th	Not Rated

Schools in Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon, Illinois · 13 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$58,082

Median Home Value

$117,600

Median Rent

$882/mo

Population

23,061

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

17 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Community Profile

Mount Vernon has a median household income of $58,082. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $117,600, with a median rent of $882/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Illinois
Total Schools: 13
Elementary: 9
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 6
Avg Rating: 6.5/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Mount Vernon schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Mount Vernon 📊 Niche Mount Vernon Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (6)

Spring Garden CCSD 178

2 schools · 217 students

Bethel SD 82

1 school · 145 students

McClellan CCSD 12

1 school · 45 students

Mount Vernon SD 80

4 schools · 1,491 students

Mt Vernon Twp HSD 201

1 school · 1,240 students

Summersville SD 79

1 school · 264 students

Nearby Cities

Waltonville (2 schools)

Centralia (14 schools)

18 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 Mount Vernon, Illinois

How many schools are in Mount Vernon, Illinois?

Mount Vernon has 13 schools, including 9 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mount Vernon is 6.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The top-ranked school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Spring Garden Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The top-ranked elementary school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Spring Garden Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The top-ranked middle school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Zadok Casey Middle School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best high school in Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The top-ranked high school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Mount Vernon High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.

How many school districts serve Mount Vernon, Illinois?

Mount Vernon is served by 6 school districts: Spring Garden Ccsd 178, Bethel Sd 82, Mcclellan Ccsd 12, Mount Vernon Sd 80, Mt Vernon Twp Hsd 201, Summersville Sd 79.

What is the education level in Mount Vernon, Illinois?

According to Census data, 21% of adults in Mount Vernon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The median household income in Mount Vernon is approximately $58,082 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Mount Vernon, Illinois?

Yes, Mount Vernon has 4 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Coram Deo Classical School with a score of 7.2/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mount Vernon is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mount Vernon, 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.