Best Schools in Tolono, Illinois
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Tolono by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Unity West
Elementary · Tolono Cusd 7. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Unity JR High School
Middle · Tolono Cusd 7. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Unity High School
High · Tolono Cusd 7. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Tolono for 2026 are Unity West (8.6/10), Unity JR High School (6.5/10), and Unity High School (5.5/10), 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
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$227,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$227,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +18.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Tolono schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Tolono
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unity West | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Unity JR High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Unity High School | 5.5 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $89,139
- Median home value
- $227,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Tolono compares
Illinois rank
#142 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$89k
109% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
Tolono CUSD 7 runs Tolono's public schools
3 public schools. Tolono CUSD 7 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Tolono is a Tolono CUSD 7 school (3 of 3).
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.5 to 8.6 — the spread is inside Tolono, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Tolono, Illinois
Tolono, 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 6.9 out of 10, schools in Tolono 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 Tolono is Unity West with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tolono is served by 1 school district: Tolono CUSD 7. These districts collectively serve 1,519 students.
Tolono's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $89,139. The poverty rate in the area is 3.2%.
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 | 387 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 365 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 526 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Tolono
Tolono, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$89,139
Median Home Value
$227,300
Median Rent
$881/mo
Population
4,558
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Community Profile
Tolono has a median household income of $89,139. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $227,300, with a median rent of $881/month. The local poverty rate of 3.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Tolono, Illinois
How many schools are in Tolono, Illinois?
Tolono has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tolono, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tolono is 6.9 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 Tolono, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Tolono on MySchoolScout is Unity West with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tolono, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tolono on MySchoolScout is Unity West with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Tolono, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Tolono on MySchoolScout is Unity JR High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Tolono, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Tolono on MySchoolScout is Unity High School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Tolono, Illinois?
Tolono is served by 1 school district: Tolono Cusd 7.
What is the education level in Tolono, Illinois?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Tolono have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tolono, Illinois?
The median household income in Tolono is approximately $89,139 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tolono, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tolono is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tolono, 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.