Best Schools in Shirland, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Shirland by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Shirland C C School
Elementary · Shirland Ccsd 134. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.4
out of 10
Median Home
$113,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.4
out of 10
Median Home
$113,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shirland
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 | Shirland C C School | 8.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.4/10
- Median household income
- $46,176
- Median home value
- $113,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Shirland compares
Median household income
$46k
56% of Illinois median
About Schools in Shirland, Illinois
Shirland, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.4 out of 10, schools in Shirland 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 Shirland is Shirland C C School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shirland is served by 1 school district: Shirland CCSD 134. These districts collectively serve 105 students.
Shirland's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,176. The poverty rate in the area is 8.2%.
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 | 105 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.4 |
Schools in Shirland
Shirland, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,176
Median Home Value
$113,800
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
220
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Community Profile
Shirland has a median household income of $46,176. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $113,800, with a median rent of $1,031/month. The local poverty rate of 8.2% is relatively low. 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 Shirland, Illinois
How many schools are in Shirland, Illinois?
Shirland has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shirland, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shirland is 8.4 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 Shirland, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Shirland on MySchoolScout is Shirland C C School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shirland, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shirland on MySchoolScout is Shirland C C School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Shirland, Illinois?
Shirland is served by 1 school district: Shirland Ccsd 134.
What is the education level in Shirland, Illinois?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Shirland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shirland, Illinois?
The median household income in Shirland is approximately $46,176 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shirland, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shirland is 8.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shirland, 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.