Best Schools in Yorkville, Illinois
13 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Yorkville?
Use this page to compare every school in Yorkville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Circle Center Grade School
Elementary · Yorkville Cusd 115. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bristol Bay Elem Sch
Elementary · Yorkville Cusd 115. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Yorkville High School
High · Yorkville Cusd 115. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Yorkville for 2026 are Circle Center Grade School (8.0/10), Bristol Bay Elem Sch (7.2/10), and Yorkville High School (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
9 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$324,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
13
9 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$324,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 32% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Yorkville schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +22.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Yorkville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Yorkville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Circle Center Grade School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Bristol Bay Elem Sch | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Yorkville High School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Autumn Creek Elem Sch | 5.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Yorkville Intermediate School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Yorkville Middle School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Grande Reserve Elem Sch | 3.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Yorkville Grade School | 3.5 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $112,160
- Median home value
- $324,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Yorkville compares
Illinois rank
#377 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$112k
137% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
12
Yorkville CUSD 115 runs Yorkville's public schools
9 public schools. Yorkville CUSD 115 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Yorkville is a Yorkville CUSD 115 school (9 of 9).
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.5 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Yorkville, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Yorkville, Illinois
Yorkville, Illinois is home to 13 schools, including 9 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Yorkville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Yorkville is Circle Center Grade School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Yorkville is served by 1 school district: Yorkville CUSD 115. These districts collectively serve 7,119 students.
Yorkville's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $112,160. The poverty rate in the area is 2.9%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 548 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 8.0 | ||
| 2 | 628 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 | ||
| 3 | 595 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.0 | ||
| 4 | 688 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.8 | ||
| 5 | 242 students · Pre-K–3rd | 3.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 240 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 680 students · 4th–6th | 4.8 |
| 2 | 1,110 students · 7th–8th | 4.5 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,217 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Yorkville Christian SchoolPrivate 186 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 145 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 57 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Parkview Christian AcademyPrivate 432 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Yorkville
Yorkville, Illinois · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$112,160
Median Home Value
$324,900
Median Rent
$1,626/mo
Population
27,798
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Community Profile
Yorkville has a median household income of $112,160. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $324,900, with a median rent of $1,626/month. The local poverty rate of 2.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 3
Resources
School District
Other Major Cities in Illinois
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Yorkville, Illinois
How many schools are in Yorkville, Illinois?
Yorkville has 13 schools, including 9 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Yorkville, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Yorkville is 5.4 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 Yorkville, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Yorkville on MySchoolScout is Circle Center Grade School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Yorkville, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Yorkville on MySchoolScout is Circle Center Grade School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Yorkville, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Yorkville on MySchoolScout is Yorkville Intermediate School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best high school in Yorkville, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Yorkville on MySchoolScout is Yorkville High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Yorkville, Illinois?
Yorkville is served by 1 school district: Yorkville Cusd 115.
What is the education level in Yorkville, Illinois?
According to Census data, 38% of adults in Yorkville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Yorkville, Illinois?
The median household income in Yorkville is approximately $112,160 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Yorkville, Illinois?
Yes, Yorkville has 4 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Yorkville Christian School with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Yorkville, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Yorkville is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Yorkville, 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.