| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Prairie Community Unit School District 103 | Blandinsville | 5/10 Average · 47th pct | 612 | 4 | PK–12 | 5 |
| Macomb Community Unit School District 185 | Adair | 3/10 Below Average · 27th pct | 2,036 | 5 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Bushnell-Prairie City Community Unit School District 170 | Bushnell | 1/10 Poor · 7th pct | 653 | 3 | PK–12 | 3 |
How McDonough County compares
Together they enroll 3,301 students across 12 schools. The largest is Macomb Community Unit School District 185 with 2,036 students. Districts here average 3.0/10, below the Illinois average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 1/10 to 5/10.
School Districts in McDonough County, Illinois
McDonough County has 3 public school districts covering 11 zip codes. The top-rated district in McDonough County is West Prairie Community Unit School District 103 (5/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Illinois. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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