Best Schools in Somonauk, Illinois
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Somonauk by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Somonauk Middle School
Middle · Somonauk Cusd 432. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
James R Wood Elem School
Elementary · Somonauk Cusd 432. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Somonauk High School
High · Somonauk Cusd 432. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Somonauk for 2026 are Somonauk Middle School (8.9/10), James R Wood Elem School (7.1/10), and Somonauk High School (6.3/10), 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
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$245,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$245,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Somonauk
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 | Somonauk Middle School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | James R Wood Elem School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Somonauk High School | 6.3 / 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
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $122,375
- Median home value
- $245,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Somonauk compares
Illinois rank
#63 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$122k
149% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Somonauk, Illinois
Somonauk, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Somonauk 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 Somonauk is Somonauk Middle School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Somonauk is served by 1 school district: Somonauk CUSD 432. These districts collectively serve 765 students.
Somonauk's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $122,375. The poverty rate in the area is 5.6%.
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 | 298 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 239 students · 5th–8th | 8.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 228 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Somonauk
Somonauk, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$122,375
Median Home Value
$245,300
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
4,589
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Community Profile
Somonauk has a median household income of $122,375. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $245,300, with a median rent of $1,306/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Somonauk, Illinois
How many schools are in Somonauk, Illinois?
Somonauk has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Somonauk, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Somonauk is 7.4 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 Somonauk, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Somonauk on MySchoolScout is Somonauk Middle School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Somonauk, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Somonauk on MySchoolScout is James R Wood Elem School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Somonauk, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Somonauk on MySchoolScout is Somonauk Middle School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best high school in Somonauk, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Somonauk on MySchoolScout is Somonauk High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Somonauk, Illinois?
Somonauk is served by 1 school district: Somonauk Cusd 432.
What is the education level in Somonauk, Illinois?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Somonauk have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Somonauk, Illinois?
The median household income in Somonauk is approximately $122,375 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Somonauk, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Somonauk 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 Somonauk, 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.