Best Schools in Ransom, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Ransom Grade School
Elementary · Allen-otter Creek Ccsd 65. 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
$113,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$113,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ransom
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 | Ransom Grade School | 5.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $68,500
- Median home value
- $113,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ransom compares
Median household income
$69k
84% of Illinois median
About Schools in Ransom, Illinois
Ransom, 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 Ransom 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 Ransom is Ransom Grade School with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ransom is served by 1 school district: Allen-Otter Creek CCSD 65. These districts collectively serve 94 students.
Ransom's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,500. The poverty rate in the area is 13.2%.
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 | 94 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.9 |
Schools in Ransom
Ransom, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$68,500
Median Home Value
$113,800
Median Rent
$700/mo
Population
410
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Community Profile
Ransom has a median household income of $68,500. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $113,800, with a median rent of $700/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Ransom, Illinois
How many schools are in Ransom, Illinois?
Ransom has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ransom, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ransom 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 Ransom, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Ransom on MySchoolScout is Ransom Grade School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ransom, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ransom on MySchoolScout is Ransom Grade School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Ransom, Illinois?
Ransom is served by 1 school district: Allen-otter Creek Ccsd 65.
What is the education level in Ransom, Illinois?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Ransom have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ransom, Illinois?
The median household income in Ransom is approximately $68,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ransom, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ransom is 8.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ransom, 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.