Best Schools in Towanda, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Towanda Elem School
Elementary · Mclean County USD 5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$197,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$197,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Towanda
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 | Towanda Elem School | 8.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $111,354
- Median home value
- $197,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Towanda compares
Median household income
$111k
136% of Illinois median
About Schools in Towanda, Illinois
Towanda, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Towanda 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 Towanda is Towanda Elem School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Towanda is served by 1 school district: McLean County USD 5. These districts collectively serve 12,518 students.
Towanda's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,354. The poverty rate in the area is 3.5%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 198 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
Schools in Towanda
Towanda, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$111,354
Median Home Value
$197,600
Median Rent
$942/mo
Population
1,208
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Community Profile
Towanda has a median household income of $111,354. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $197,600, with a median rent of $942/month. The local poverty rate of 3.5% is relatively low. 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 Towanda, Illinois
How many schools are in Towanda, Illinois?
Towanda has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Towanda, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Towanda is 8.2 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 Towanda, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Towanda on MySchoolScout is Towanda Elem School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Towanda, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Towanda on MySchoolScout is Towanda Elem School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Towanda, Illinois?
Towanda is served by 1 school district: Mclean County USD 5.
What is the education level in Towanda, Illinois?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in Towanda have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Towanda, Illinois?
The median household income in Towanda is approximately $111,354 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Towanda, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Towanda is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Towanda, 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.