Skip to main content
6.4 avg / 10

Quincy Sd 172 School District

School District · Quincy, Illinois

Students: 6,276
Teachers (FTE): 387
Estimated Scores: 13%

Avg Rating

6.4

out of 10

Schools

8

6 elem, 1 mid, 1 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,997

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.2:1

How this district compares

Illinois rank

#276 of 637

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

+0.1

above Illinois avg

Per-pupil spending

$12,997

$3,693 vs Illinois median

District size

6,276 students

Much larger than Illinois median

About Quincy Sd 172

Quincy Sd 172 is a Quincy, Illinois school district serving 8 schools. The district educates 6,276 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1. The district invests $12,997 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.4/10, Quincy Sd 172 demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch, which has a composite score of 8.0/10.

In standardized testing, Quincy Sd 172 students show an average math proficiency of 26.2% and ELA proficiency of 26.1%.

The district includes 6 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.

District Map

Schools in Quincy Sd 172, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 26.2%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.1%
School
State
N/A

Average proficiency across all schools in Quincy Sd 172 with test data.

District Details

City
Quincy
Total Enrollment
6,276
Teachers (FTE)
387
Child Poverty Rate
0.2%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Quincy Sd 172?

Quincy Sd 172 has 8 schools in total — 6 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 Quincy Sd 172?

The average composite rating for Quincy Sd 172 is 6.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Quincy Sd 172?

Quincy Sd 172 spends $12,997 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Quincy Sd 172?

The average student-teacher ratio in Quincy Sd 172 is 16.2:1.

What is the top-rated school in Quincy Sd 172?

Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch is the highest-rated school in Quincy Sd 172 with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What are the test scores in Quincy Sd 172?

Across schools in Quincy Sd 172 with test data, the average math proficiency is 26.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 26.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Quincy Sd 172 compare to other districts in Illinois?

Quincy Sd 172 has an average school rating of 6.4/10 across 8 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
6.4/10
Math Proficiency
26.2%
ELA Proficiency
26.1%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

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.

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.