Best Schools in Onarga, Illinois
2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Onarga by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Iroquois West Middle School
Middle · Iroquois West Cusd 10. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$105,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$105,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Onarga schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Onarga
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iroquois West Middle School | 7.5 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $72,188
- Median home value
- $105,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Onarga compares
Median household income
$72k
88% of Illinois median
Iroquois West CUSD 10 runs Onarga's public schools
1 public school. Iroquois West CUSD 10 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Onarga is a Iroquois West CUSD 10 school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Onarga, Illinois
Onarga, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Onarga perform strongly 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 Onarga is Grand Prairie School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Onarga is served by 1 school district: Iroquois West CUSD 10. These districts collectively serve 863 students.
Onarga's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,188. The poverty rate in the area is 8.2%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 217 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Prairie SchoolPrivate 47 students · 4th–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Onarga
Onarga, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,188
Median Home Value
$105,300
Median Rent
$748/mo
Population
1,981
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Community Profile
Onarga has a median household income of $72,188. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $105,300, with a median rent of $748/month. The local poverty rate of 8.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Middle
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Onarga, Illinois
How many schools are in Onarga, Illinois?
Onarga has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Onarga, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Onarga is 7.8 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 Onarga, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Onarga on MySchoolScout is Iroquois West Middle School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Onarga, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Onarga on MySchoolScout is Iroquois West Middle School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Onarga, Illinois?
Onarga is served by 1 school district: Iroquois West Cusd 10.
What is the education level in Onarga, Illinois?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Onarga have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Onarga, Illinois?
The median household income in Onarga is approximately $72,188 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Onarga, Illinois?
Yes, Onarga has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Grand Prairie School with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Onarga, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Onarga is 8.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Onarga, 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.