Best Schools in Carterville, Illinois
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Carterville?
Use this page to compare every school in Carterville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Carterville Intermediate Sch
Middle · Carterville Cusd 5. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Tri-C Elementary School
Elementary · Carterville Cusd 5. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Carterville JR High Sch
Middle · Carterville Cusd 5. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Carterville for 2026 are Carterville Intermediate Sch (8.0/10), Tri-C Elementary School (7.5/10), and Carterville JR High Sch (7.5/10), 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
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$183,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$183,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Carterville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Carterville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carterville Intermediate Sch | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Tri-C Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Carterville JR High Sch | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Carterville High School | 5.4 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $70,975
- Median home value
- $183,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carterville compares
Illinois rank
#102 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$71k
87% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
4
Carterville CUSD 5 runs Carterville's public schools
4 public schools. Carterville CUSD 5 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Carterville is a Carterville CUSD 5 school (4 of 4).
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.4 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Carterville, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Carterville, Illinois
Carterville, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Carterville perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Carterville is Carterville Intermediate Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carterville is served by 1 school district: Carterville CUSD 5. These districts collectively serve 2,166 students.
Carterville's community shows 43% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,975. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.
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 | 657 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 7.5 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 514 students · 4th–6th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 348 students · 7th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 647 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Carterville
Carterville, Illinois · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,975
Median Home Value
$183,200
Median Rent
$909/mo
Population
10,521
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Carterville has a median household income of $70,975. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $183,200, with a median rent of $909/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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School District
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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 Carterville, Illinois
How many schools are in Carterville, Illinois?
Carterville has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carterville, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carterville is 7.1 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 Carterville, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Carterville on MySchoolScout is Carterville Intermediate Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carterville, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carterville on MySchoolScout is Tri-C Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Carterville, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Carterville on MySchoolScout is Carterville Intermediate Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Carterville, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Carterville on MySchoolScout is Carterville High School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Carterville, Illinois?
Carterville is served by 1 school district: Carterville Cusd 5.
What is the education level in Carterville, Illinois?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in Carterville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carterville, Illinois?
The median household income in Carterville is approximately $70,975 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carterville, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carterville is 15.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carterville, 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.