Carterville Cusd 5 School District
School District · Carterville, Illinois
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,411
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,411
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Evaluating Carterville Cusd 5?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Carterville 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.
Carterville Intermediate Sch
Carterville · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Tri-c Elementary School
Carterville · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Carterville JR High Sch
Carterville · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Illinois rank
#192 of 637
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Illinois avg
Per-pupil spending
$10,411
$6,279 vs Illinois median
District size
2,166 students
Larger than Illinois median
The short answer
Carterville Cusd 5 ranks #192 of 637 Illinois districts by overall school rating. Carterville Cusd 5's schools with real test data average 6.9/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Carterville Intermediate Sch (7.8/10), Tri-c Elementary School (7.2/10), and Carterville JR High Sch (6.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Carterville Cusd 5
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carterville Intermediate Sch | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Tri-c Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Carterville JR High Sch | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Carterville High School | 5.9 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Carterville Cusd 5
Carterville Cusd 5 is a Carterville, Illinois school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 2,166 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.4:1. The district invests $10,411 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, Carterville Cusd 5 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Carterville Intermediate Sch, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, Carterville Cusd 5 students show an average math proficiency of 51.6% and ELA proficiency of 59.4%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Carterville Cusd 5, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Carterville Cusd 5 with test data.
Schools in Carterville Cusd 5
4 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Illinois
- City
- Carterville
- Total Enrollment
- 2,166
- Teachers (FTE)
- 141
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Carterville Cusd 5?
Carterville Cusd 5 has 4 schools in total — 1 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 Carterville Cusd 5?
The average composite rating for Carterville Cusd 5 is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Carterville Cusd 5?
Carterville Cusd 5 spends $10,411 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carterville Cusd 5?
The average student-teacher ratio in Carterville Cusd 5 is 15.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Carterville Cusd 5?
Carterville Intermediate Sch is the highest-rated school in Carterville Cusd 5 with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in Carterville Cusd 5?
Across schools in Carterville Cusd 5 with test data, the average math proficiency is 51.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 59.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Carterville Cusd 5 compare to other districts in Illinois?
Carterville Cusd 5 has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 4 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
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 51.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 59.4%
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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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