Best Schools in South Elgin, Illinois
7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in South Elgin?
Use this page to compare every school in South Elgin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Corron Elementary School
Elementary · St Charles Cusd 303. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Willard Elem School
Elementary · Sd U-46. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Fox Meadow Elementary School
Elementary · Sd U-46. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in South Elgin for 2026 are Corron Elementary School (7.5/10), Willard Elem School (7.2/10), and Fox Meadow Elementary School (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$296,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$296,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +19.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among South Elgin schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in South Elgin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Corron Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Willard Elem School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Fox Meadow Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Kenyon Woods Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Clinton Elem School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | South Elgin High School | 5.0 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $123,700
- Median home value
- $296,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How South Elgin compares
Illinois rank
#192 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$124k
151% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
6
SD U-46 runs 83% of South Elgin's public schools
South Elgin touches 2 districts, but SD U-46 is the one most addresses actually attend.
SD U-46 accounts for 5 of 6 public schools (83%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.0 to 7.5 — the spread is inside South Elgin, not a citywide average.
- SD U-465 public · 83%
- St Charles CUSD 3031 public · 17%
About Schools in South Elgin, Illinois
South Elgin, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in South Elgin show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in South Elgin is Corron Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
South Elgin is served by 2 school districts: SD U-46, St Charles CUSD 303. These districts collectively serve 46,252 students.
South Elgin's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $123,700. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 540 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 388 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.2 | ||
| 3 | 564 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.0 | ||
| 4 | 593 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 13 students · Pre-K–TK | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 853 students · 7th–8th | 6.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,770 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
Schools in South Elgin
South Elgin, Illinois · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$123,700
Median Home Value
$296,200
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
24,030
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Community Profile
South Elgin has a median household income of $123,700. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $296,200, with a median rent of $1,612/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in South Elgin, Illinois
How many schools are in South Elgin, Illinois?
South Elgin has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in South Elgin, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in South Elgin is 6.6 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 South Elgin, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in South Elgin on MySchoolScout is Corron Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in South Elgin, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in South Elgin on MySchoolScout is Corron Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in South Elgin, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in South Elgin on MySchoolScout is Kenyon Woods Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in South Elgin, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in South Elgin on MySchoolScout is South Elgin High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve South Elgin, Illinois?
South Elgin is served by 2 school districts: Sd U-46, St Charles Cusd 303.
What is the education level in South Elgin, Illinois?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in South Elgin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in South Elgin, Illinois?
The median household income in South Elgin is approximately $123,700 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in South Elgin, Illinois?
Yes, South Elgin has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Elgin, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in South Elgin is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in South Elgin, 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.