Best Schools in Coal City, Illinois
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Coal City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Coal City Middle School
Middle · Coal City Cusd 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Coal City Intermediate School
Elementary · Coal City Cusd 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Coal City High School
High · Coal City 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 Coal City for 2026 are Coal City Middle School (8.6/10), Coal City Intermediate School (8.3/10), and Coal City High School (6.3/10), 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$222,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$222,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Coal City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coal City Middle School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Coal City Intermediate School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Coal City High School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Coal City Elem School | 5.5 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $71,865
- Median home value
- $222,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Coal City compares
Illinois rank
#126 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$72k
88% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Coal City, Illinois
Coal City, Illinois is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Coal City 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 Coal City is Coal City Middle School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Coal City is served by 1 school district: Coal City CUSD 1. These districts collectively serve 2,134 students.
Coal City's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,865. The poverty rate in the area is 7.7%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 270 students · 4th–5th | 8.3 |
| 2 | 299 students · 2nd–3rd | 5.5 |
| 3 | 436 students · Pre-K–1st | 5.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 491 students · 6th–8th | 8.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 638 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Coal City
Coal City, Illinois · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,865
Median Home Value
$222,900
Median Rent
$1,074/mo
Population
9,277
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Community Profile
Coal City has a median household income of $71,865. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $222,900, with a median rent of $1,074/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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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 Coal City, Illinois
How many schools are in Coal City, Illinois?
Coal City has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Coal City, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Coal City is 6.8 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 Coal City, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Coal City on MySchoolScout is Coal City Middle School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Coal City, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Coal City on MySchoolScout is Coal City Intermediate School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Coal City, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Coal City on MySchoolScout is Coal City Middle School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Coal City, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Coal City on MySchoolScout is Coal City High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Coal City, Illinois?
Coal City is served by 1 school district: Coal City Cusd 1.
What is the education level in Coal City, Illinois?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Coal City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Coal City, Illinois?
The median household income in Coal City is approximately $71,865 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Coal City, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Coal City is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Coal City, 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.