Best Schools in Washburn, Illinois
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Washburn by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lowpoint-washburn Elem School
Elementary · Lowpoint-washburn Cusd 21. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lowpoint-washburn JR SR High Sch
High · Lowpoint-washburn Cusd 21. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$110,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$110,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Washburn
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lowpoint-washburn Elem School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Lowpoint-washburn JR SR High Sch | 6.4 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $76,691
- Median home value
- $110,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 39 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Washburn compares
Median household income
$77k
94% of Illinois median
About Schools in Washburn, Illinois
Washburn, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Washburn 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 Washburn is Lowpoint-washburn Elem School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Washburn is served by 1 school district: Lowpoint-Washburn CUSD 21. These districts collectively serve 317 students.
Washburn's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,691. The poverty rate in the area is 6.3%.
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 | 159 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 158 students · 6th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Washburn
Washburn, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,691
Median Home Value
$110,000
Median Rent
$876/mo
Population
1,620
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Community Profile
Washburn has a median household income of $76,691. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $110,000, with a median rent of $876/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Washburn, Illinois
How many schools are in Washburn, Illinois?
Washburn has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Washburn, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Washburn is 6.7 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 Washburn, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Washburn on MySchoolScout is Lowpoint-washburn Elem School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Washburn, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Washburn on MySchoolScout is Lowpoint-washburn Elem School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best high school in Washburn, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Washburn on MySchoolScout is Lowpoint-washburn JR SR High Sch with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Washburn, Illinois?
Washburn is served by 1 school district: Lowpoint-washburn Cusd 21.
What is the education level in Washburn, Illinois?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Washburn have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Washburn, Illinois?
The median household income in Washburn is approximately $76,691 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Washburn, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Washburn is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Washburn, 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.