Best Schools in Shipman, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Shipman Elem School
Elementary · Southwestern Cusd 9. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$116,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$116,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shipman
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 | Shipman Elem School | 7.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $63,750
- Median home value
- $116,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Shipman compares
Median household income
$64k
78% of Illinois median
About Schools in Shipman, Illinois
Shipman, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Shipman perform strongly 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 Shipman is Shipman Elem School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shipman is served by 1 school district: Southwestern CUSD 9. These districts collectively serve 1,162 students.
Shipman's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,750. The poverty rate in the area is 19.4%.
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 | 159 students · 3rd–4th | 7.3 |
Schools in Shipman
Shipman, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,750
Median Home Value
$116,900
Population
1,648
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Community Profile
Shipman has a median household income of $63,750. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $116,900. The area has a poverty rate of 19.4%. 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 Shipman, Illinois
How many schools are in Shipman, Illinois?
Shipman has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shipman, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shipman is 7.3 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 Shipman, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Shipman on MySchoolScout is Shipman Elem School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shipman, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shipman on MySchoolScout is Shipman Elem School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Shipman, Illinois?
Shipman is served by 1 school district: Southwestern Cusd 9.
What is the education level in Shipman, Illinois?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Shipman have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shipman, Illinois?
The median household income in Shipman is approximately $63,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shipman, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shipman is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shipman, 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.