Serving 500 students in grades 4-6, Carterville Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% 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 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Carterville Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 50.3 square miles in Carterville, IL. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carterville Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carterville Intermediate School's student population of 500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carterville Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carterville Intermediate School is 0.32, 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
#581 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carterville Intermediate School's ranking?
Carterville Intermediate School is ranked #581 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carterville Intermediate School?
500 students attend Carterville Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Carterville Intermediate School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carterville Intermediate School?
Carterville Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carterville Intermediate School offer ?
Carterville Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Carterville Intermediate School part of?
Carterville Intermediate School is part of Carterville CUSD 5 School District.
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