Best Schools in Utica, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Utica by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Waltham Elementary School
Elementary · Waltham Ccsd 185. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$222,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$222,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Utica
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 | Waltham Elementary School | 6.9 / 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
- $102,639
- Median home value
- $222,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Utica compares
Median household income
$103k
125% of Illinois median
About Schools in Utica, Illinois
Utica, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Utica 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 Utica is Waltham Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Utica is served by 1 school district: Waltham CCSD 185. These districts collectively serve 254 students.
Utica's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $102,639. The poverty rate in the area is 3.8%.
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 | 254 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.9 |
Schools in Utica
Utica, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$102,639
Median Home Value
$222,600
Median Rent
$1,310/mo
Population
2,120
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Community Profile
Utica has a median household income of $102,639. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $222,600, with a median rent of $1,310/month. The local poverty rate of 3.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Utica, Illinois
How many schools are in Utica, Illinois?
Utica has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Utica, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Utica 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 Utica, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Utica on MySchoolScout is Waltham Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Utica, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Utica on MySchoolScout is Waltham Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Utica, Illinois?
Utica is served by 1 school district: Waltham Ccsd 185.
What is the education level in Utica, Illinois?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Utica have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Utica, Illinois?
The median household income in Utica is approximately $102,639 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Utica, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Utica is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Utica, 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.