Edwards County Cusd 1 School District
School District · Albion, Illinois
Avg Rating
7.6
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,485
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Avg Rating
7.6
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,485
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Evaluating Edwards County Cusd 1?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Edwards County Cusd 1 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
West Salem Grade School
West Salem · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Albion Grade School
Albion · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Edwards County High School
Albion · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Illinois rank
#103 of 637
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.4
above Illinois avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,485
$2,205 vs Illinois median
District size
820 students
Smaller than Illinois median
The short answer
Edwards County Cusd 1 ranks #103 of 637 Illinois districts by overall school rating. Edwards County Cusd 1's schools with real test data average 7.6/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are West Salem Grade School (8.1/10), Albion Grade School (7.7/10), and Edwards County High School (7.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Edwards County Cusd 1
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Salem Grade School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Albion Grade School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Edwards County High School | 7.1 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Edwards County Cusd 1
Edwards County Cusd 1 is a Albion, Illinois school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 820 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. The district invests $14,485 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.6/10, Edwards County Cusd 1 is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is West Salem Grade School, which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
In standardized testing, Edwards County Cusd 1 students show an average math proficiency of 45.7% and ELA proficiency of 51.1%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Edwards County Cusd 1, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Edwards County Cusd 1 with test data.
Schools in Edwards County Cusd 1
3 schools Elementary Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Illinois
- City
- Albion
- Total Enrollment
- 820
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Edwards County Cusd 1?
Edwards County Cusd 1 has 3 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Edwards County Cusd 1?
The average composite rating for Edwards County Cusd 1 is 7.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Edwards County Cusd 1?
Edwards County Cusd 1 spends $14,485 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Edwards County Cusd 1?
The average student-teacher ratio in Edwards County Cusd 1 is 12.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Edwards County Cusd 1?
West Salem Grade School is the highest-rated school in Edwards County Cusd 1 with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What are the test scores in Edwards County Cusd 1?
Across schools in Edwards County Cusd 1 with test data, the average math proficiency is 45.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Edwards County Cusd 1 compare to other districts in Illinois?
Edwards County Cusd 1 has an average school rating of 7.6/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Illinois by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 45.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 51.1%
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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.
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