8.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Paw Paw, Illinois

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.1/10
Median household income: $64,667
Median home value: $163,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 15%
Avg commute: 38 min
Owner-occupied homes: 75%

How Paw Paw compares

Median household income

$65k

79% of Illinois median

About Schools in Paw Paw, Illinois

Paw Paw, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Paw Paw perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Paw Paw is Paw Paw Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Paw Paw is served by 1 school district: Paw Paw CUSD 271. These districts collectively serve 127 students.

Paw Paw's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,667. The poverty rate in the area is 5.3%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Paw Paw Elem School 99 students · Kindergarten–5th	99	Kindergarten–5th	8.1

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Paw Paw Junior High School 28 students · 6th–8th	28	6th–8th	—

Schools in Paw Paw

Paw Paw, Illinois · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$64,667

Median Home Value

$163,600

Median Rent

$853/mo

Population

1,219

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

38 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Community Profile

Paw Paw has a median household income of $64,667. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $163,600, with a median rent of $853/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Illinois
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Resources

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School District

Paw Paw CUSD 271

2 schools · 127 students

Nearby Cities

Shabbona (2 schools)

7 mi

Earlville (4 schools)

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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 Paw Paw, Illinois

How many schools are in Paw Paw, Illinois?

Paw Paw has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Paw Paw, Illinois?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Paw Paw is 8.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Paw Paw, Illinois?

The top-ranked school in Paw Paw on MySchoolScout is Paw Paw Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Paw Paw, Illinois?

The top-ranked elementary school in Paw Paw on MySchoolScout is Paw Paw Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

How many school districts serve Paw Paw, Illinois?

Paw Paw is served by 1 school district: Paw Paw Cusd 271.

What is the education level in Paw Paw, Illinois?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Paw Paw have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Paw Paw, Illinois?

The median household income in Paw Paw is approximately $64,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Paw Paw, Illinois?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Paw Paw is 8.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Paw Paw, 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.