Best Schools in Smithton, Illinois
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Smithton Elem School
Elementary · Smithton Ccsd 130. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St John the Baptist School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$265,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$265,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Smithton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Smithton Elem School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | St John the Baptist School | 5.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $118,413
- Median home value
- $265,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 42%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Smithton compares
Median household income
$118k
144% of Illinois median
About Schools in Smithton, Illinois
Smithton, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Smithton 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 Smithton is Smithton Elem School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Smithton is served by 1 school district: Smithton CCSD 130. These districts collectively serve 546 students.
Smithton's community shows 42% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $118,413. The poverty rate in the area is 3.8%.
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Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 546 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.3 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St John the Baptist School
Private
65 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.3 | ||
Schools in Smithton
Smithton, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$118,413
Median Home Value
$265,300
Median Rent
$859/mo
Population
4,187
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Community Profile
Smithton has a median household income of $118,413. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $265,300, with a median rent of $859/month. The local poverty rate of 3.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Smithton, Illinois
How many schools are in Smithton, Illinois?
Smithton has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Smithton, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Smithton is 6.8 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 Smithton, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Smithton on MySchoolScout is Smithton Elem School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Smithton, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Smithton on MySchoolScout is Smithton Elem School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
How many school districts serve Smithton, Illinois?
Smithton is served by 1 school district: Smithton Ccsd 130.
What is the education level in Smithton, Illinois?
According to Census data, 42% of adults in Smithton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Smithton, Illinois?
The median household income in Smithton is approximately $118,413 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Smithton, Illinois?
Yes, Smithton has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is St John the Baptist School with a score of 5.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Smithton, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Smithton is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Smithton, 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.