Carmi-White County High School is a public high school in Carmi, Illinois, United States. It is a part of Carmi-White County Community Unit School District 5. The school district includes Carmi, Crossville, Maunie, and Phillipstown.
Serving 188 students in grades 7-8, Carmi White Cnty Jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carmi White County Junior High School serves the entire Carmi, IL district, encompassing approximately 297.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carmi White Cnty Jr High School's student population of 188 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
188 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1885
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carmi White Cnty Jr High 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 Carmi White Cnty Jr High 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
#996 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmi White Cnty Jr High School's ranking?
Carmi White Cnty Jr High School is ranked #996 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carmi White Cnty Jr High School?
188 students attend Carmi White Cnty Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Carmi White Cnty Jr High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmi White Cnty Jr High School?
Carmi White Cnty Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carmi White Cnty Jr High School offer ?
Carmi White Cnty Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Carmi White Cnty Jr High School part of?
Carmi White Cnty Jr High School is part of Carmi-White County CUSD 5 School District.
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