Best Schools in Pembroke Township, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Pembroke Township by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lorenzo R Smith Elem School
Elementary · Pembroke Ccsd 259. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$78,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$78,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pembroke Township
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 | Lorenzo R Smith Elem School | 5.9 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $35,074
- Median home value
- $78,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Avg commute
- 40 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pembroke Township compares
Median household income
$35k
43% of Illinois median
About Schools in Pembroke Township, Illinois
Pembroke Township, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Pembroke Township 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 Pembroke Township is Lorenzo R Smith Elem School with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pembroke Township is served by 1 school district: Pembroke CCSD 259. These districts collectively serve 199 students.
Pembroke Township's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $35,074. The poverty rate in the area is 15.3%.
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 | 199 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.9 |
Schools in Pembroke Township
Pembroke Township, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$35,074
Median Home Value
$78,100
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
1,488
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
40 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Community Profile
Pembroke Township has a median household income of $35,074. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $78,100, with a median rent of $900/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Pembroke Township, Illinois
How many schools are in Pembroke Township, Illinois?
Pembroke Township has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pembroke Township, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pembroke Township is 5.9 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 Pembroke Township, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Pembroke Township on MySchoolScout is Lorenzo R Smith Elem School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pembroke Township, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pembroke Township on MySchoolScout is Lorenzo R Smith Elem School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Pembroke Township, Illinois?
Pembroke Township is served by 1 school district: Pembroke Ccsd 259.
What is the education level in Pembroke Township, Illinois?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Pembroke Township have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pembroke Township, Illinois?
The median household income in Pembroke Township is approximately $35,074 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pembroke Township, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pembroke Township is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pembroke Township, 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.