Kewanee Cusd 229 School District
School District · Kewanee, Illinois
Avg Rating
5.5
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,322
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Avg Rating
5.5
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,322
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Evaluating Kewanee Cusd 229?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Kewanee Cusd 229 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.
Neponset Grade School
Neponset · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Central Junior High
Kewanee · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Kewanee High School
Kewanee · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Illinois rank
#444 of 637
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Illinois avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,322
$3,368 vs Illinois median
District size
2,009 students
Larger than Illinois median
The short answer
Kewanee Cusd 229 ranks #444 of 637 Illinois districts by overall school rating. Kewanee Cusd 229's schools with real test data average 5.8/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Neponset Grade School (8.1/10), Central Junior High (5.5/10), and Kewanee High School (5.4/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Kewanee Cusd 229
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neponset Grade School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Central Junior High | 5.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Kewanee High School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Irving Elem School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Central Elem | 4.7 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Kewanee Cusd 229
Kewanee Cusd 229 is a Kewanee, Illinois school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 2,009 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1. The district invests $13,322 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.5/10, Kewanee Cusd 229 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Neponset Grade School, which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
In standardized testing, Kewanee Cusd 229 students show an average math proficiency of 33.5% and ELA proficiency of 35.7%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Kewanee Cusd 229, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Kewanee Cusd 229 with test data.
Schools in Kewanee Cusd 229
7 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Illinois
- City
- Kewanee
- Total Enrollment
- 2,009
- Teachers (FTE)
- 133
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Kewanee Cusd 229?
Kewanee Cusd 229 has 7 schools in total — 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Kewanee Cusd 229?
The average composite rating for Kewanee Cusd 229 is 5.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Kewanee Cusd 229?
Kewanee Cusd 229 spends $13,322 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kewanee Cusd 229?
The average student-teacher ratio in Kewanee Cusd 229 is 15.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Kewanee Cusd 229?
Neponset Grade School is the highest-rated school in Kewanee Cusd 229 with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What are the test scores in Kewanee Cusd 229?
Across schools in Kewanee Cusd 229 with test data, the average math proficiency is 33.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 35.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Kewanee Cusd 229 compare to other districts in Illinois?
Kewanee Cusd 229 has an average school rating of 5.5/10 across 7 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
- 5.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 33.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 35.7%
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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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