Best Schools in Waterman, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Waterman by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Indian Creek Middle School
Middle · Indian Creek Cusd 425. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$242,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$242,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waterman
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 | Indian Creek Middle School | 4.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $94,625
- Median home value
- $242,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Waterman compares
Median household income
$95k
115% of Illinois median
About Schools in Waterman, Illinois
Waterman, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 4.9 out of 10, schools in Waterman 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 Waterman is Indian Creek Middle School with a composite score of 4.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waterman is served by 1 school district: Indian Creek CUSD 425. These districts collectively serve 736 students.
Waterman's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,625. The poverty rate in the area is 7.1%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 224 students · 5th–8th | 4.9 |
Schools in Waterman
Waterman, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$94,625
Median Home Value
$242,900
Median Rent
$967/mo
Population
2,156
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Community Profile
Waterman has a median household income of $94,625. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $242,900, with a median rent of $967/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Waterman, Illinois
How many schools are in Waterman, Illinois?
Waterman has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waterman, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waterman is 4.9 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 Waterman, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Waterman on MySchoolScout is Indian Creek Middle School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Waterman, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Waterman on MySchoolScout is Indian Creek Middle School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Waterman, Illinois?
Waterman is served by 1 school district: Indian Creek Cusd 425.
What is the education level in Waterman, Illinois?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Waterman have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waterman, Illinois?
The median household income in Waterman is approximately $94,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waterman, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waterman 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 Waterman, 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.