Best Schools in Carlinville, Illinois
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Carlinville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Carlinville Primary School
Elementary · Carlinville Cusd 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carlinville Intermediate School
Elementary · Carlinville Cusd 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carlinville High School
High · Carlinville Cusd 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Carlinville for 2026 are Carlinville Primary School (7.2/10), Carlinville Intermediate School (7.0/10), and Carlinville High School (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$132,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$132,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carlinville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlinville Primary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Carlinville Intermediate School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Carlinville High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Carlinville Middle School | 5.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $64,440
- Median home value
- $132,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carlinville compares
Illinois rank
#153 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$64k
79% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Carlinville, Illinois
Carlinville, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Carlinville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Carlinville is Carlinville Primary School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carlinville is served by 1 school district: Carlinville CUSD 1. These districts collectively serve 1,295 students.
Carlinville's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,440. The poverty rate in the area is 19.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 387 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.2 |
| 2 | 264 students · 3rd–5th | 7.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 283 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 361 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Carlinville
Carlinville, Illinois · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,440
Median Home Value
$132,700
Median Rent
$749/mo
Population
7,911
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Community Profile
Carlinville has a median household income of $64,440. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $132,700, with a median rent of $749/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.1%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Carlinville, Illinois
How many schools are in Carlinville, Illinois?
Carlinville has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carlinville, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carlinville is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Carlinville, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Carlinville on MySchoolScout is Carlinville Primary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carlinville, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carlinville on MySchoolScout is Carlinville Primary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Carlinville, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Carlinville on MySchoolScout is Carlinville Middle School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Carlinville, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Carlinville on MySchoolScout is Carlinville High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Carlinville, Illinois?
Carlinville is served by 1 school district: Carlinville Cusd 1.
What is the education level in Carlinville, Illinois?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Carlinville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carlinville, Illinois?
The median household income in Carlinville is approximately $64,440 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carlinville, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carlinville is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carlinville, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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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.