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#2507 of 3,813 schools in IL
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Coal City Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Coal City CUSD 1
755 S Carbon Hill Rd, Coal City, IL 60416
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,507 of 3,813
In Coal City
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Coal City CUSD 1
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Coal City Early Childhood Center
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About Coal City Early Childhood Center
Coal City Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Coal City, IL, part of Coal City CUSD 1. Coal City Early Childhood Center serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Coal City Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,507 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Coal City Early Childhood Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Coal City Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Coal City Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
755 S Carbon Hill Rd, Coal City, IL 60416
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coal City Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Coal City Intermediate School (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Reed-Custer Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Braidwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, L J Stevens Intermediate School (rated 7.6/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coal City, see our Coal City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coal City Middle School Coal City | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Coal City High School Coal City | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Coal City Elem School Coal City | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Coal City Intermediate School Coal City | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Braceville Elem School Braceville | 4.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Gardner Elem School Gardner | 5.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Reed-Custer Elementary School Braidwood | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Gardner-South Wilmington Twp H S Gardner | 6.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Reed-Custer High School Braidwood | 5.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Reed-Custer Middle School Braidwood | 5.4 mi | 7.7 |
| South Wilmington Grade School South Wilmington | 7.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Mazon-Verona-Kinsman Elem School Mazon | 6.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Mazon-Verona-Kinsman Middle Sch Mazon | 6.9 mi | 5.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Morris | 8.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Morris Community High School Morris | 9.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Aux Sable Minooka | 10.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Shabbona Middle School Morris | 9.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Bruning Elem School Wilmington | 8.5 mi | 4.7 |
| L J Stevens Intermediate School Wilmington | 8.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Wilmington Middle School Wilmington | 8.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,865
Median Home Value
$222,900
Median Rent
$1,074/mo
Population
9,277
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Americana Elementary School Glendale Heights, IL | 5.5 |
| Andrew Cooke Magnet Elem School Waukegan, IL | 5.5 |
| Arcola Elementary School Arcola, IL | 5.5 |
| Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.5 |
| Bartlett Elem School Bartlett, IL | 5.5 |
| Black Hawk Elem School Glendale Heights, IL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coal City Early Childhood Center
What grades does Coal City Early Childhood Center serve?
Coal City Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Coal City Early Childhood Center?
Coal City Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coal City Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Coal City Early Childhood Center is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coal City Early Childhood Center rank in IL?
Coal City Early Childhood Center ranks #2,507 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Coal City Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Coal City Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Coal City Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Coal City Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coal City Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Coal City Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coal City Early Childhood Center?
37.2% of students at Coal City Early Childhood Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Grundy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.5%
- Phone
- (815) 634-5042
Resources & Links
District
Coal City CUSD 1- District Enrollment
- 2,134
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,447
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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