Carterville High School is a public high school in Carterville, Illinois, United States. It serves students in grades 9 through 12 and is part of the Carterville Community Unit School District #5, which also includes Carterville Intermediate School and Carterville Junior High School.
Serving 647 students in grades 9-12, Carterville High 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carterville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carterville High School's student population of 647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Carterville 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 Carterville High School is 0.35, 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
#782 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carterville High School's ranking?
Carterville High School is ranked #782 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carterville High School often compared to?
Carterville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herrin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carterville High School?
The graduation rate of Carterville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carterville High School?
647 students attend Carterville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Carterville High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carterville High School?
Carterville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carterville High School offer ?
Carterville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carterville High School part of?
Carterville High School is part of Carterville CUSD 5 School District.
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