Best Schools in Orion, Illinois
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Orion by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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C R Hanna Elem School
Elementary · Orion Cusd 223. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Orion Middle School
Middle · Orion Cusd 223. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Orion High School
High · Orion Cusd 223. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Orion for 2026 are C R Hanna Elem School (7.3/10), Orion Middle School (7.3/10), and Orion High School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$171,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$171,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Orion
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C R Hanna Elem School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Orion Middle School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Orion High School | 6.7 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $103,438
- Median home value
- $171,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Orion compares
Illinois rank
#87 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$103k
126% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Orion, Illinois
Orion, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Orion perform strongly 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 Orion is C R Hanna Elem School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Orion is served by 1 school district: Orion CUSD 223. These districts collectively serve 982 students.
Orion's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $103,438. The poverty rate in the area is 3.3%.
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 | 456 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 232 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 294 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Orion
Orion, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$103,438
Median Home Value
$171,000
Median Rent
$785/mo
Population
3,028
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
84%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Community Profile
Orion has a median household income of $103,438. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $171,000, with a median rent of $785/month. The local poverty rate of 3.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Orion, Illinois
How many schools are in Orion, Illinois?
Orion has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Orion, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orion is 7.1 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 Orion, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Orion on MySchoolScout is C R Hanna Elem School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Orion, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Orion on MySchoolScout is C R Hanna Elem School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Orion, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Orion on MySchoolScout is Orion Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Orion, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Orion on MySchoolScout is Orion High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Orion, Illinois?
Orion is served by 1 school district: Orion Cusd 223.
What is the education level in Orion, Illinois?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Orion have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Orion, Illinois?
The median household income in Orion is approximately $103,438 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Orion, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orion is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Orion, 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.