- Alden Spring Grove Elem School — Grades PK–5 · 210 students
- Alden-Spring Grove Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 99 students
- Alden-Spring Grove High School — Grades 9–12 · 112 students
Zip code 60081 is not served by one district. An elementary district and a separate secondary district each cover this area, which is normal in this state — which one your child attends depends on their grade.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| K–8 Elementary | Nippersink School District 2 1,102 students · 3 schools | Not rated |
| 9–12 Secondary | Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 549 students · 1 school | Not rated |
The elementary district is shown as not rated because our rating set was built per zip code from a single district, so elementary districts in split areas were never scored. We would rather show no rating than a borrowed one.
| Metric | Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 549 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $28,822/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 64% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | Not rated | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 (this district) | Not rated | — | 549 |
| Grant Community High School District 124 | 6/10 | 53rd | 1,837 |
| Johnsburg Community Unit School District 12 | 5/10 | 43rd | 1,703 |
| McHenry Community High School District 156 | 7/10 | 60th | 2,222 |
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Ranked against 763 rated districts in IL → → 8/10.
Source: Illinois State Board of Education IAR, grades 3–8 ELA & Math Proficiency Rate, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157
Zip code 60081 in Spring Grove, Illinois is served by Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 for public school enrollment. The district covers grades 9th–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 spent $28,822 per pupil in FY2024, above the Illinois state average of $21,776 and well above the national average of $17,619 (US Census Bureau, Annual Survey of School System Finances). Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 1 schools, Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 operates as a small, community-focused district serving students from 9th–12th. The district enrolls approximately 549 students in total. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Why This District Is Not Yet Rated
Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 does not currently have a SchoolDistrictFinder rating. Our ratings are based on state assessment proficiency data (reading and math) published in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year), and this district does not yet have sufficient reported proficiency data to calculate a reliable score. This is common for very small districts, special-purpose or charter agencies, and newly reorganized districts.
An unrated status is not a negative signal — it simply means we don’t have enough assessment data to place Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 on the 1–10 scale yet. Families researching this area should contact the district directly for school performance information, request the most recent state report card, and visit schools in person before making a housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60081 data.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 60081
Children in zip code 60081 are assigned to Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 for public school enrollment, covering grades 9th–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 60081, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Illinois districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Spring Grove
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 serves zip code 60081, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 60081. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Illinois, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 60081.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60081 data.