Best Schools in Riverwoods, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$602,700
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$602,700
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $186,786
- Median home value
- $602,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 80%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Riverwoods compares
Median household income
$187k
228% of Illinois median
About Schools in Riverwoods, Illinois
Riverwoods, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
Riverwoods's community shows 80% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $186,786. The poverty rate in the area is 2.6%.
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 | Riverwoods Montessori School
Private
23 students · Pre-K–5th | — |
Schools in Riverwoods
Riverwoods, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$186,786
Median Home Value
$602,700
Median Rent
$2,284/mo
Population
27,720
College Educated
80%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Community Profile
Riverwoods has a median household income of $186,786. It is a well-educated community where 80% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $602,700, with a median rent of $2,284/month. The local poverty rate of 2.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Riverwoods, Illinois
How many schools are in Riverwoods, Illinois?
Riverwoods has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the education level in Riverwoods, Illinois?
According to Census data, 80% of adults in Riverwoods have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Riverwoods, Illinois?
The median household income in Riverwoods is approximately $186,786 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Riverwoods, Illinois?
Yes, Riverwoods has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Riverwoods, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Riverwoods is 3.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Riverwoods, 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.