Carmi-white County Cusd 5 School District
School District · Carmi, Illinois
Avg Rating
6.7
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,809
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Avg Rating
6.7
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,809
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Evaluating Carmi-white County Cusd 5?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Carmi-white County Cusd 5 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Jefferson Attendance Center
Carmi · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Washington Attendance Center
Carmi · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Carmi White Cnty JR High Sch
Carmi · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Illinois rank
#231 of 637
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Illinois avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,809
$1,881 vs Illinois median
District size
1,304 students
Typical than Illinois median
The short answer
Carmi-white County Cusd 5 ranks #231 of 637 Illinois districts by overall school rating. Carmi-white County Cusd 5's schools with real test data average 7.1/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Jefferson Attendance Center (8.0/10), Washington Attendance Center (7.7/10), and Carmi White Cnty JR High Sch (6.4/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Carmi-white County Cusd 5
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson Attendance Center | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Washington Attendance Center | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Carmi White Cnty JR High Sch | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Carmi-white County High School | 6.3 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Carmi-white County Cusd 5
Carmi-white County Cusd 5 is a Carmi, Illinois school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 1,304 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. The district invests $14,809 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.7/10, Carmi-white County Cusd 5 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Jefferson Attendance Center, which has a composite score of 8.0/10.
In standardized testing, Carmi-white County Cusd 5 students show an average math proficiency of 41.7% and ELA proficiency of 48.8%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Carmi-white County Cusd 5, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Carmi-white County Cusd 5 with test data.
Schools in Carmi-white County Cusd 5
6 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Illinois
- City
- Carmi
- Total Enrollment
- 1,304
- Teachers (FTE)
- 102
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Carmi-white County Cusd 5?
Carmi-white County Cusd 5 has 6 schools in total — 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Carmi-white County Cusd 5?
The average composite rating for Carmi-white County Cusd 5 is 6.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Carmi-white County Cusd 5?
Carmi-white County Cusd 5 spends $14,809 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carmi-white County Cusd 5?
The average student-teacher ratio in Carmi-white County Cusd 5 is 12.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Carmi-white County Cusd 5?
Jefferson Attendance Center is the highest-rated school in Carmi-white County Cusd 5 with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What are the test scores in Carmi-white County Cusd 5?
Across schools in Carmi-white County Cusd 5 with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 48.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Carmi-white County Cusd 5 compare to other districts in Illinois?
Carmi-white County Cusd 5 has an average school rating of 6.7/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Illinois by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 48.8%
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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.
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