Best Public Schools in Edwardsville, IL


Summary:

The city of Edwardsville, Illinois is home to 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The schools in this district demonstrate a range of academic performance, with several standout institutions leading the way.

Edwardsville High School is the district's shining star, ranking 66th out of 697 Illinois high schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. With a high graduation rate of 91.1% and low dropout rate of 2.0%, the school boasts strong academic results, with 37.9% of 11th graders proficient or better in SAT Math and 48.5% proficient or better in SAT ELA. The middle schools, particularly Liberty Middle School, also demonstrate impressive performance, outpacing district and state averages in IAR ELA and Math.

At the elementary level, schools like Columbus Elementary stand out, ranking 537th out of 2,067 Illinois elementary schools and boasting high proficiency rates in IAR ELA, IAR Math, and ISA Science. However, the district's elementary schools show more variation in performance, with some struggling more than others. The schools with the highest free/reduced lunch rates, such as N.O. Nelson Elementary, tend to have lower academic achievement, highlighting the impact of socioeconomic factors on student outcomes. Overall, the Edwardsville CUSD 7 district appears to be performing well, with several standout schools and strong academic results, but there are areas for potential improvement, particularly in ensuring consistency and equity across the elementary schools.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Illinois State Board of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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