Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Carbondale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carbondale Middle School serves the entire district of Carbondale, IL, covering an attendance area of 37.1 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located approximately 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carbondale Middle School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carbondale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carbondale Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2751 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
48%
16%
White
25%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carbondale Middle School's ranking?
Carbondale Middle School is ranked #2751 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carbondale Middle School often compared to?
Carbondale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Giant City Elementary School, Murphysboro Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carbondale Middle School?
457 students attend Carbondale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Carbondale Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carbondale Middle School?
Carbondale Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carbondale Middle School offer ?
Carbondale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carbondale Middle School part of?
Carbondale Middle School is part of Carbondale ESD 95 School District.
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