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Mt Carmel Grade School

Elementary School · Wabash CUSD 348

1520 Poplar St, Mount Carmel, IL 62863

Enrollment

382

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,953 of 3,813

In Mount Carmel

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Wabash CUSD 348

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Mt Carmel Grade School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Mount Carmel · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mt Carmel Elementary School

6.0/10

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About Mt Carmel Grade School

Mt Carmel Grade School is a public elementary school in Mount Carmel, IL, part of Wabash CUSD 348. Mt Carmel Grade School serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Carmel Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,953 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Mt Carmel Grade School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,949
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Mt Carmel Grade School — Students at Mt Carmel Grade School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
14%
2022
ELA
25%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Mt Carmel Grade School Compares

See how Mt Carmel Grade School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in IL
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Location

1520 Poplar St, Mount Carmel, IL 62863

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt Carmel Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Poseyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fort Branch Community School (rated 8.2/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Fort Branch), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Salem Grade School (rated 8.1/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby West Salem), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Carmel, see our Mount Carmel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mt Carmel Elementary School Mount Carmel 0.3 mi 6.0
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mount Carmel 1.1 mi 6.1
Mount Carmel High School Mount Carmel 1.5 mi 6.0
Mt Carmel Junior High School Mount Carmel 1.5 mi 5.0
Allendale Elementary School Allendale 8.1 mi 7.0
Owensville Community School Owensville 12.0 mi 7.0
Princeton Comm Primary School Princeton 11.1 mi 7.9
Princeton Comm Intermediate School Princeton 11.2 mi 5.0
Princeton Community Middle Princeton 11.2 mi 4.4
Princeton Community High School Princeton 11.7 mi 6.5
BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Princeton 12.6 mi 6.9
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Princeton 12.6 mi 7.2
Gibson Southern High School Fort Branch 14.9 mi 6.9
West Salem Grade School West Salem 14.2 mi 8.1
North Elementary School Poseyville 17.3 mi 8.8
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Fort Branch 16.3 mi 5.7
Fort Branch Community School Fort Branch 16.7 mi 8.2
Wells Elementary School Grayville 16.8 mi 5.9
North Posey Junior High School Poseyville 19.4 mi 8.8
North Posey High School Poseyville 19.4 mi 8.2

Neighborhood 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 Mt Carmel Grade School

What grades does Mt Carmel Grade School serve?

Mt Carmel Grade School serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Mt Carmel Grade School?

Mt Carmel Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Carmel Grade School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt Carmel Grade School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt Carmel Grade School rank in IL?

Mt Carmel Grade School ranks #2,953 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Mt Carmel Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt Carmel Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Mt Carmel Grade School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt Carmel Grade School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mt Carmel Grade School a charter school?

No, Mt Carmel Grade School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mt Carmel Grade School a Title I school?

No, Mt Carmel Grade School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt Carmel Grade School?

55.5% of students at Mt Carmel Grade 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wabash County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

District

Wabash CUSD 348
District Enrollment
1,422
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,949
District Rank
#4 of 4

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