Best Schools in Silvis, Illinois
3 schools · 3 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Silvis by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Eagle Ridge School
Elementary · Carbon Cliff-barstow Sd 36. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bowlesburg Elem School
Elementary · East Moline Sd 37. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
George O Barr School
Elementary · Silvis Sd 34. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Silvis for 2026 are Eagle Ridge School (6.4/10), Bowlesburg Elem School (4.9/10), and George O Barr School (3.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$159,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$159,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Silvis
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eagle Ridge School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Bowlesburg Elem School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 3 | George O Barr School | 3.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $67,833
- Median home value
- $159,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Silvis compares
Illinois rank
#391 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.2
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$68k
83% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Silvis, Illinois
Silvis, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Silvis 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 Silvis is Eagle Ridge School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Silvis is served by 3 school districts: Carbon Cliff-Barstow SD 36, East Moline SD 37, Silvis SD 34. These districts collectively serve 3,521 students.
Silvis's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,833. The poverty rate in the area is 15.7%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 281 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 311 students · Kindergarten–4th | 4.9 |
| 3 | 422 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.7 |
Schools in Silvis
Silvis, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,833
Median Home Value
$159,400
Median Rent
$977/mo
Population
8,345
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
55%
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Community Profile
Silvis has a median household income of $67,833. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,400, with a median rent of $977/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
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- Elementary
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Silvis, Illinois
How many schools are in Silvis, Illinois?
Silvis has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Silvis, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Silvis is 5.0 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 Silvis, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Silvis on MySchoolScout is Eagle Ridge School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Silvis, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Silvis on MySchoolScout is Eagle Ridge School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Silvis, Illinois?
Silvis is served by 3 school districts: Carbon Cliff-barstow Sd 36, East Moline Sd 37, Silvis Sd 34.
What is the education level in Silvis, Illinois?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Silvis have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Silvis, Illinois?
The median household income in Silvis is approximately $67,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Silvis, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Silvis is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Silvis, 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.