Best Schools in West Salem, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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West Salem Grade School
Elementary · Edwards County Cusd 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$88,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$88,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in West Salem
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 | West Salem Grade School | 8.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $61,354
- Median home value
- $88,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How West Salem compares
Median household income
$61k
75% of Illinois median
About Schools in West Salem, Illinois
West Salem, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in West Salem 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 West Salem is West Salem Grade School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
West Salem is served by 1 school district: Edwards County CUSD 1. These districts collectively serve 820 students.
West Salem's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,354. The poverty rate in the area is 8.7%.
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 | 178 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.1 |
Schools in West Salem
West Salem, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,354
Median Home Value
$88,900
Median Rent
$805/mo
Population
1,279
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Community Profile
West Salem has a median household income of $61,354. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $88,900, with a median rent of $805/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in West Salem, Illinois
How many schools are in West Salem, Illinois?
West Salem has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in West Salem, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in West Salem is 8.1 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 West Salem, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in West Salem on MySchoolScout is West Salem Grade School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in West Salem, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in West Salem on MySchoolScout is West Salem Grade School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve West Salem, Illinois?
West Salem is served by 1 school district: Edwards County Cusd 1.
What is the education level in West Salem, Illinois?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in West Salem have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in West Salem, Illinois?
The median household income in West Salem is approximately $61,354 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Salem, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in West Salem is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in West Salem, 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.