Unity East

Unity East serves 241 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in the rural community of Philo, Illinois. This elementary school maintains a favorable 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio with 21 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment where students can receive more individualized attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks in the 90th percentile statewide, placing 387th among Illinois's 3,819 elementary schools.

With an academic score of 8.0 out of 10, Unity East shows strong educational outcomes for its students. In English Language Arts and Reading, 42% of students across all grades perform at proficient levels or above. Unity East draws from a stable community where the median household income is $90,000 and the poverty rate remains low at 6.8%.

About one-third of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting a community that values education. The median home value of $194,200 indicates an established residential area. Located at 1638 County Road 1000 N, Unity East sits in Champaign County's rural landscape near the small town of Philo, offering students a close-knit educational experience in a peaceful, countryside setting where the ZIP code population totals just 1,754 residents.

Located in a rural area, Unity East may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.