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6.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Quincy, Illinois

14 schools · 11 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 9
Private: 5
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.0/10
Estimated Scores: 38%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.0/10

15% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$66,565

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$163,850

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
30%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
15 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
72%

Of occupied housing units

How Quincy compares

Illinois rank

#260 of 444

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.3

below Illinois avg (6.3)

Median household income

$67k

81% of Illinois median

Schools in this city

13

About Schools in Quincy, Illinois

Quincy, Illinois is home to 14 schools, including 9 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 11 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Quincy show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Quincy is Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Quincy is served by 2 school districts: Central CUSD 3, Quincy SD 172. These districts collectively serve 7,007 students.

Quincy's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,565. The poverty rate in the area is 12.8%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (14) Elementary (11) Middle (1) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (14) Public (9) Private (5)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (14) Academics (14) Growth (8) Resources (9)
Filter by ZIP: 62301 (8) 62305 (6)

Elementary Schools

11 schools
# School Rating
1
Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch
482 students · Kindergarten–5th 		8.0
2
Colonel George Iles Elem Sch
508 students · Kindergarten–5th 		7.5
3
Central 3-4 Middle School
113 students · 3rd–4th 		6.8
4
Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School
590 students · Kindergarten–5th 		6.6
5
Sarah Atwater Denman Elem
521 students · Kindergarten–5th 		6.5
6
Thomas S Baldwin Elem Sch
565 students · Kindergarten–5th 		6.0
7
Early Childhood
451 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten 		4.4
Private Schools 4 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
ST PETER SCHOOL Private
359 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated
2
ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Private
156 students · Kindergarten–8th 		Not Rated
3
ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private
91 students · Kindergarten–8th 		Not Rated
4
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private
205 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Quincy Jr High School
1,273 students · 6th–8th 		6.9

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Quincy Sr High School
1,886 students · 9th–12th 		5.3

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Private
25 students · Kindergarten–11th 		Not Rated

Schools in Quincy

Quincy, Illinois · 14 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$66,565

Median Home Value

$163,850

Median Rent

$846/mo

Population

50,064

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

15 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Community Profile

Quincy has a median household income of $66,565. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $163,850, with a median rent of $846/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 15 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Illinois
Total Schools
14
Elementary
11
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.0/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

Central CUSD 3

4 schools · 731 students

Quincy SD 172

9 schools · 6,276 students

Nearby Cities

Mendon (3 schools)
11 mi
Payson (2 schools)
10 mi
Liberty (2 schools)
13 mi
Kinderhook (1 school)
20 mi
Camp Point (3 schools)
18 mi
Barry (2 schools)
23 mi
Bowen (1 school)
25 mi
Warsaw (2 schools)
29 mi
Hamilton (2 schools)
31 mi
Augusta (1 school)
29 mi
Carthage (3 schools)
35 mi

Other Major Cities in Illinois

Top metros statewide by school count.

Chicago 850 schools Aurora 62 schools Rockford 61 schools Naperville 58 schools Peoria 53 schools

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 Quincy, Illinois

How many schools are in Quincy, Illinois?

Quincy has 14 schools, including 9 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Quincy, Illinois?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Quincy is 6.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Quincy on MySchoolScout is Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Quincy, Illinois?

The top-ranked elementary school in Quincy on MySchoolScout is Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Quincy, Illinois?

The top-ranked middle school in Quincy on MySchoolScout is Quincy JR High School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best high school in Quincy, Illinois?

The top-ranked high school in Quincy on MySchoolScout is Quincy SR High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.

How many school districts serve Quincy, Illinois?

Quincy is served by 2 school districts: Central Cusd 3, Quincy Sd 172.

What is the education level in Quincy, Illinois?

According to Census data, 30% of adults in Quincy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Quincy, Illinois?

The median household income in Quincy is approximately $66,565 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Quincy, Illinois?

Yes, Quincy has 5 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Peter School with a score of 5.4/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Quincy is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Quincy, 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.

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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.