Best Schools in Tampico, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Tampico Elem School
Elementary · Prophetstown-lyndon-tampico Cusd3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$125,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$125,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Tampico
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tampico Elem School | 5.2 / 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
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $66,563
- Median home value
- $125,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tampico compares
Median household income
$67k
81% of Illinois median
About Schools in Tampico, Illinois
Tampico, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Tampico 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 Tampico is Tampico Elem School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tampico is served by 1 school district: Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico CUSD3. These districts collectively serve 765 students.
Tampico's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,563. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
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 | 146 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
Schools in Tampico
Tampico, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,563
Median Home Value
$125,600
Median Rent
$718/mo
Population
1,349
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Tampico has a median household income of $66,563. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $125,600, with a median rent of $718/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Tampico, Illinois
How many schools are in Tampico, Illinois?
Tampico has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tampico, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tampico is 5.2 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 Tampico, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Tampico on MySchoolScout is Tampico Elem School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tampico, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tampico on MySchoolScout is Tampico Elem School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Tampico, Illinois?
Tampico is served by 1 school district: Prophetstown-lyndon-tampico Cusd3.
What is the education level in Tampico, Illinois?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Tampico have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tampico, Illinois?
The median household income in Tampico is approximately $66,563 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tampico, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tampico is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tampico, 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.