6.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Centralia, Illinois

14 schools · 10 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 10

Private: 4

Districts: 7

Avg Rating: 6.4/10

Estimated Scores: 25%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.4/10
Median household income: $53,740
Median home value: $91,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 16%
Avg commute: 21 min
Owner-occupied homes: 71%

How Centralia compares

Illinois rank

#188 of 444

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.1

above Illinois avg (6.3)

Median household income

$54k

66% of Illinois median

Schools in this city

12

About Schools in Centralia, Illinois

Centralia, Illinois is home to 14 schools, including 10 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Centralia show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Centralia is Grand Prairie Elem School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Centralia is served by 7 school districts. These districts collectively serve 2,802 students.

Centralia's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,740. 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.

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Filter by Type: All Types (14) Public (10) Private (4)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (14) Academics (14) Growth (8) Resources (9)

Filter by ZIP: 62801 (14)

Elementary Schools

10 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Grand Prairie Elem School 73 students · Kindergarten–8th	73	Kindergarten–8th	8.6
2	Central City Elem School 298 students · Pre-K–8th	298	Pre-K–8th	7.8
3	North Wamac Grade School 132 students · Kindergarten–8th	132	Kindergarten–8th	7.2
4	Willow Grove Elem School 135 students · Pre-K–8th	135	Pre-K–8th	7.1
5	Schiller Elem School 251 students · Pre-K–1st	251	Pre-K–1st	6.2
6	Raccoon Cons Elem School 202 students · Pre-K–8th	202	Pre-K–8th	5.3
7	Jordan Elem School 227 students · 2nd–3rd	227	2nd–3rd	4.6
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	NEW HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 147 students · Kindergarten–8th	147	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
2	ST MARY SCHOOL Private 75 students · Pre-K–8th	75	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
3	TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private 26 students · Pre-K–8th	26	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Centralia Jr High School 584 students · 4th–8th	584	4th–8th	7.1

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Centralia High School 897 students · 9th–12th	897	9th–12th	6.2
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	CHRIST OUR ROCK LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Private 108 students · 9th–12th	108	9th–12th	Not Rated

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Centralia Pre-Kindergarten Ctr 3 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	3	Pre-K–Pre-K	—

Schools in Centralia

Centralia, Illinois · 14 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$53,740

Median Home Value

$91,100

Median Rent

$785/mo

Population

19,941

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

19.3%

Community Profile

Centralia has a median household income of $53,740. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $91,100, with a median rent of $785/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.3%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Illinois
Total Schools: 14
Elementary: 10
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 7
Avg Rating: 6.4/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Centralia schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Centralia 📊 Niche Centralia Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (7)

Central City SD 133

1 school · 298 students

Centralia SD 135

4 schools · 1,065 students

Centralia HSD 200

1 school · 897 students

Grand Prairie CCSD 6

1 school · 73 students

Raccoon Cons SD 1

1 school · 202 students

North Wamac SD 186

1 school · 132 students

Willow Grove SD 46

1 school · 135 students

Nearby Cities

Mount Vernon (13 schools)

18 mi

Waltonville (2 schools)

21 mi

Other Major Cities in Illinois

Top metros statewide by school count.

Chicago 850 schools Aurora 62 schools Rockford 61 schools Naperville 58 schools Peoria 53 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Centralia, Illinois

How many schools are in Centralia, Illinois?

Centralia has 14 schools, including 10 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Centralia, Illinois?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Centralia is 6.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Centralia, Illinois?

The top-ranked school in Centralia on MySchoolScout is Grand Prairie Elem School with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Centralia, Illinois?

The top-ranked elementary school in Centralia on MySchoolScout is Grand Prairie Elem School with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Centralia, Illinois?

The top-ranked middle school in Centralia on MySchoolScout is Centralia JR High School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best high school in Centralia, Illinois?

The top-ranked high school in Centralia on MySchoolScout is Christ Our Rock Lutheran High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Centralia, Illinois?

Centralia is served by 7 school districts: Central City Sd 133, Centralia Sd 135, Centralia Hsd 200, Grand Prairie Ccsd 6, Raccoon Cons Sd 1, North Wamac Sd 186, Willow Grove Sd 46.

What is the education level in Centralia, Illinois?

According to Census data, 16% of adults in Centralia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Centralia, Illinois?

The median household income in Centralia is approximately $53,740 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Centralia, Illinois?

Yes, Centralia has 4 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Christ Our Rock Lutheran High School with a score of 6.6/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Centralia, Illinois?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Centralia is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Centralia, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.