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Coal City Elem School
Elementary School · Coal City CUSD 1
300 N Broadway St, Coal City, IL 60416
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
2nd – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,506 of 3,813
In Coal City
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Coal City CUSD 1
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Coal City Elem School
Elementary School in Coal City · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Coal City Elem School
Coal City Elem School is a public elementary school in Coal City, IL, part of Coal City CUSD 1. Coal City Elem School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Coal City Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,506 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Coal City Elem School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Coal City Elem School — Students at Coal City Elem School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How Coal City Elem School Compares
See how Coal City Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 N Broadway St, Coal City, IL 60416
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coal City Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Coal City Intermediate School (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pioneer Path (rated 8.3/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Channahon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Reed-Custer Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Braidwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coal City, see our Coal City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coal City Intermediate School Coal City | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Coal City High School Coal City | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Coal City Middle School Coal City | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Coal City Early Childhood Center Coal City | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Reed-Custer Elementary School Braidwood | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Braceville Elem School Braceville | 4.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Reed-Custer High School Braidwood | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Reed-Custer Middle School Braidwood | 4.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Gardner Elem School Gardner | 6.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Gardner-South Wilmington Twp H S Gardner | 7.4 mi | 7.8 |
| South Wilmington Grade School South Wilmington | 8.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Aux Sable Minooka | 9.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Bruning Elem School Wilmington | 7.5 mi | 4.7 |
| L J Stevens Intermediate School Wilmington | 7.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Wilmington Middle School Wilmington | 7.6 mi | 8.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Morris | 8.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Pioneer Path Channahon | 10.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Mazon-Verona-Kinsman Elem School Mazon | 8.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Mazon-Verona-Kinsman Middle Sch Mazon | 8.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Wilmington High School Wilmington | 8.1 mi | 5.7 |
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 |
| Blackstone Elem School Mendota, IL | 5.5 |
| CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Holland, IL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coal City Elem School
What grades does Coal City Elem School serve?
Coal City Elem School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.
How many students attend Coal City Elem School?
Coal City Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coal City Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Coal City Elem School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coal City Elem School rank in IL?
Coal City Elem School ranks #2,506 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Coal City Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Coal City Elem School 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.
What are the test scores at Coal City Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coal City Elem School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Coal City Elem School a charter school?
No, Coal City Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coal City Elem School a Title I school?
No, Coal City Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coal City Elem School?
37.1% of students at Coal City Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Grundy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (815) 634-2334
Resources & Links
District
Coal City CUSD 1- District Enrollment
- 2,134
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,447
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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