Best Schools in Poplar Grove, Illinois
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Poplar Grove by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Manchester Elem School
Elementary · North Boone Cusd 200. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
North Boone Upper Elem Sch
Middle · North Boone Cusd 200. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
North Boone Middle School
Middle · North Boone Cusd 200. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Poplar Grove for 2026 are Manchester Elem School (8.1/10), North Boone Upper Elem Sch (7.6/10), and North Boone Middle School (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$208,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$208,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +22.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Poplar Grove schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Poplar Grove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester Elem School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | North Boone Upper Elem Sch | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | North Boone Middle School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Poplar Grove Elem School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | North Boone High School | 5.7 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $104,216
- Median home value
- $208,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
80% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Poplar Grove compares
Illinois rank
#79 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$104k
127% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
5
North Boone CUSD 200 runs Poplar Grove's public schools
5 public schools. North Boone CUSD 200 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Poplar Grove is a North Boone CUSD 200 school (5 of 5).
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.7 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Poplar Grove, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Poplar Grove, Illinois
Poplar Grove, Illinois is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Poplar Grove 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 Poplar Grove is Manchester Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Poplar Grove is served by 1 school district: North Boone CUSD 200. These districts collectively serve 1,509 students.
Poplar Grove's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $104,216. The poverty rate in the area is 5.5%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 139 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 248 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.3 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 202 students · 5th–6th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 250 students · 7th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 493 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Poplar Grove
Poplar Grove, Illinois · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$104,216
Median Home Value
$208,400
Median Rent
$1,469/mo
Population
10,927
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Community Profile
Poplar Grove has a median household income of $104,216. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $208,400, with a median rent of $1,469/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Poplar Grove, Illinois
How many schools are in Poplar Grove, Illinois?
Poplar Grove has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Poplar Grove, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Poplar Grove is 7.2 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 Poplar Grove, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Poplar Grove on MySchoolScout is Manchester Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Poplar Grove, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Poplar Grove on MySchoolScout is Manchester Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Poplar Grove, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Poplar Grove on MySchoolScout is North Boone Upper Elem Sch with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Poplar Grove, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Poplar Grove on MySchoolScout is North Boone High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Poplar Grove, Illinois?
Poplar Grove is served by 1 school district: North Boone Cusd 200.
What is the education level in Poplar Grove, Illinois?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Poplar Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Poplar Grove, Illinois?
The median household income in Poplar Grove is approximately $104,216 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Poplar Grove, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Poplar Grove is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Poplar Grove, 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.