Best Schools in Streator, Illinois
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Streator by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Woodland High School
High · Woodland Cusd 5. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Northlawn JR High School
Middle · Streator Esd 44. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Woodland Elementary/jr High Sch
Elementary · Woodland Cusd 5. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Streator for 2026 are Woodland High School (7.6/10), Northlawn JR High School (5.4/10), and Woodland Elementary/jr High Sch (4.7/10), 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
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$97,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$97,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Streator schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Streator
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 | Woodland High School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Northlawn JR High School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Woodland Elementary/jr High Sch | 4.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Streator Twp High School | 4.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Centennial Elem School | 3.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Kimes Elem School | 3.0 / 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
- 5.1/10
- Median household income
- $57,147
- Median home value
- $97,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Streator compares
Illinois rank
#414 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$57k
70% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
7
Streator's public schools split across 3 districts
No single ISD owns Streator. The public campuses divide among 3 districts.
The largest shares: Streator Esd 44 (3), Woodland CUSD 5 (2), Streator Twp Hsd 40 (1).
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.0 to 7.6 — the spread is inside Streator, not a citywide average.
- Streator Esd 443 public · 50%
- Woodland CUSD 52 public · 33%
- Streator Twp Hsd 401 public · 17%
About Schools in Streator, Illinois
Streator, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Streator 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 Streator is Woodland High School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Streator is served by 3 school districts: Streator ESD 44, Woodland CUSD 5, Streator Twp HSD 40. These districts collectively serve 2,754 students.
Streator's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,147. The poverty rate in the area is 20.6%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 315 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.7 | ||
| 2 | 460 students · Kindergarten–4th | 3.8 | ||
| 3 | 444 students · Pre-K–2nd | 3.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 158 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 606 students · 5th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 148 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 781 students · 9th–12th | 4.1 |
Schools in Streator
Streator, Illinois · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,147
Median Home Value
$97,300
Median Rent
$810/mo
Population
18,236
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Community Profile
Streator has a median household income of $57,147. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $97,300, with a median rent of $810/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Streator, Illinois
How many schools are in Streator, Illinois?
Streator has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Streator, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Streator is 5.1 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 Streator, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Streator on MySchoolScout is Woodland High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Streator, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Streator on MySchoolScout is Woodland Elementary/jr High Sch with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Streator, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Streator on MySchoolScout is Northlawn JR High School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Streator, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Streator on MySchoolScout is Woodland High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Streator, Illinois?
Streator is served by 3 school districts: Streator Esd 44, Woodland Cusd 5, Streator Twp Hsd 40.
What is the education level in Streator, Illinois?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Streator have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Streator, Illinois?
The median household income in Streator is approximately $57,147 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Streator, Illinois?
Yes, Streator has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Michael the Archangel Catholic School with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Streator, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Streator is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Streator, 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.