Macomb Cusd 185 School District
School District · Macomb, Illinois
Avg Rating
4.8
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,653
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Avg Rating
4.8
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,653
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Evaluating Macomb Cusd 185?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Macomb Cusd 185 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Macomb Senior High School
Macomb · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Macomb Middle School
Macomb · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Edison Elementary School
Macomb · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Illinois rank
#571 of 637
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.5
below Illinois avg
Per-pupil spending
$16,653
$37 vs Illinois median
District size
2,007 students
Larger than Illinois median
The short answer
Macomb Cusd 185 ranks #571 of 637 Illinois districts by overall school rating. Macomb Cusd 185's schools with real test data average 4.7/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Macomb Senior High School (5.8/10), Macomb Middle School (5.1/10), and Edison Elementary School (4.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Macomb Cusd 185
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Macomb Senior High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Macomb Middle School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Edison Elementary School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Lincoln Elem School | 3.6 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Macomb Cusd 185
Macomb Cusd 185 is a Macomb, Illinois school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,007 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. The district invests $16,653 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.8/10, Macomb Cusd 185 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Macomb Senior High School, which has a composite score of 5.8/10.
In standardized testing, Macomb Cusd 185 students show an average math proficiency of 46.0% and ELA proficiency of 46.2%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Macomb Cusd 185, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Macomb Cusd 185 with test data.
Schools in Macomb Cusd 185
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Illinois
- City
- Macomb
- Total Enrollment
- 2,007
- Teachers (FTE)
- 154
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Macomb Cusd 185?
Macomb Cusd 185 has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Macomb Cusd 185?
The average composite rating for Macomb Cusd 185 is 4.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Macomb Cusd 185?
Macomb Cusd 185 spends $16,653 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Macomb Cusd 185?
The average student-teacher ratio in Macomb Cusd 185 is 13:1.
What is the top-rated school in Macomb Cusd 185?
Macomb Senior High School is the highest-rated school in Macomb Cusd 185 with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What are the test scores in Macomb Cusd 185?
Across schools in Macomb Cusd 185 with test data, the average math proficiency is 46.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 46.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Macomb Cusd 185 compare to other districts in Illinois?
Macomb Cusd 185 has an average school rating of 4.8/10 across 5 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
- 4.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 46.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 46.2%
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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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