Best Schools in Carrier Mills, Illinois
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Carrier Mills-stonefort H S
High · Carrier Mills-stonefort Cusd 2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carrier Mills-stonefort Elem Sch
Elementary · Carrier Mills-stonefort Cusd 2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$75,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$75,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carrier Mills
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carrier Mills-stonefort H S | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Carrier Mills-stonefort Elem Sch | 5.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $50,523
- Median home value
- $75,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carrier Mills compares
Median household income
$51k
62% of Illinois median
About Schools in Carrier Mills, Illinois
Carrier Mills, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Carrier Mills 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 Carrier Mills is Carrier Mills-stonefort H S with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carrier Mills is served by 1 school district: Carrier Mills-Stonefort CUSD 2. These districts collectively serve 405 students.
Carrier Mills's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,523. The poverty rate in the area is 19.3%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 296 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 109 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Carrier Mills
Carrier Mills, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,523
Median Home Value
$75,200
Median Rent
$585/mo
Population
2,474
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Community Profile
Carrier Mills has a median household income of $50,523. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $75,200, with a median rent of $585/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.3%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Carrier Mills, Illinois
How many schools are in Carrier Mills, Illinois?
Carrier Mills has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carrier Mills, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carrier Mills is 5.8 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 Carrier Mills, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Carrier Mills on MySchoolScout is Carrier Mills-stonefort H S with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carrier Mills, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carrier Mills on MySchoolScout is Carrier Mills-stonefort Elem Sch with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Carrier Mills, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Carrier Mills on MySchoolScout is Carrier Mills-stonefort H S with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Carrier Mills, Illinois?
Carrier Mills is served by 1 school district: Carrier Mills-stonefort Cusd 2.
What is the education level in Carrier Mills, Illinois?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Carrier Mills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carrier Mills, Illinois?
The median household income in Carrier Mills is approximately $50,523 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carrier Mills, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carrier Mills is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carrier Mills, 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.