Best Schools in Niantic, Illinois
1 schools · 1 High
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Sangamon Valley High School
High · Sangamon Valley Cusd 9. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$118,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$118,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Niantic
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sangamon Valley High School | 5.0 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $65,000
- Median home value
- $118,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Niantic compares
Median household income
$65k
79% of Illinois median
About Schools in Niantic, Illinois
Niantic, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Niantic 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 Niantic is Sangamon Valley High School with a composite score of 5.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Niantic is served by 1 school district: Sangamon Valley CUSD 9. These districts collectively serve 616 students.
Niantic's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,000. The poverty rate in the area is 7.9%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 194 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
Schools in Niantic
Niantic, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,000
Median Home Value
$118,100
Median Rent
$804/mo
Population
908
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Community Profile
Niantic has a median household income of $65,000. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,100, with a median rent of $804/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Niantic, Illinois
How many schools are in Niantic, Illinois?
Niantic has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Niantic, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Niantic is 5.0 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 Niantic, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Niantic on MySchoolScout is Sangamon Valley High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best high school in Niantic, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Niantic on MySchoolScout is Sangamon Valley High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Niantic, Illinois?
Niantic is served by 1 school district: Sangamon Valley Cusd 9.
What is the education level in Niantic, Illinois?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Niantic have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Niantic, Illinois?
The median household income in Niantic is approximately $65,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Niantic, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Niantic is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Niantic, 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.