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Mount Carmel High School
High School · Wabash CUSD 348
201 N Pear St, Mount Carmel, IL 62863
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,115 of 3,813
In Mount Carmel
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Wabash CUSD 348
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Mount Carmel High School
Mount Carmel High School is a public high school in Mount Carmel, IL, part of Wabash CUSD 348. Mount Carmel High School serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Carmel High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,115 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Carmel High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Mount Carmel High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mount Carmel High School — Students at Mount Carmel High School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.1%
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: 9.3/10.
How Mount Carmel High School Compares
See how Mount Carmel High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
201 N Pear St, Mount Carmel, IL 62863
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Carmel High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Posey High School (rated 8.2/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Poseyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gibson Southern High School (rated 6.9/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Branch), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Princeton Community High School (rated 6.5/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Princeton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Carmel, see our Mount Carmel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62863 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,073
Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$772/mo
Population
9,438
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
42.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Carmel High School
What grades does Mount Carmel High School serve?
Mount Carmel High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Carmel High School?
Mount Carmel High School has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Carmel High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Carmel High School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Carmel High School rank in IL?
Mount Carmel High School ranks #2,115 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Mount Carmel High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Carmel High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Mount Carmel High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Carmel High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mount Carmel High School a charter school?
No, Mount Carmel High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Carmel High School a Title I school?
No, Mount Carmel High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Carmel High School?
43.1% of students at Mount Carmel High 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 448
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Wabash County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.4%
- Phone
- (618) 262-5104
Resources & Links
District
Wabash CUSD 348- District Enrollment
- 1,422
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,949
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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