Serving 267 students in grades 3-5, Carlinville Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlinville Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Carlinville, IL school district, encompassing approximately 238.1 square miles. The zone typically has a drive time of 15-20 minutes to the school and reaches up to 14.2 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlinville Intermediate School's student population of 267 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Carlinville Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlinville Intermediate School is 0.17, 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
#1019 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlinville Intermediate School's ranking?
Carlinville Intermediate School is ranked #1019 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carlinville Intermediate School often compared to?
Carlinville Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlinville Middle School, Carlinville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carlinville Intermediate School?
267 students attend Carlinville Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Carlinville Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlinville Intermediate School?
Carlinville Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlinville Intermediate School offer ?
Carlinville Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Carlinville Intermediate School part of?
Carlinville Intermediate School is part of Carlinville CUSD 1 School District.
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