For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 815 students in Glen Carbon, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 263 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in Glen Carbon, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in Glen Carbon, IL is Albert Cassens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glen Carbon, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Glen Carbon have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Glen Carbon, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Albert Cassens Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1014 Glen Crossing Rd
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 655-6150
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 655-6150
Grades: 3-5
| 478 students
Rank: n/an/a
141 Birger Ave
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 692-7460
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 692-7460
Grades: PK-2
| 337 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Glen Carbon, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Glen Carbon, IL include Albert Cassens Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Glen Carbon?
2 public schools are located in Glen Carbon.
What percentage of students in Glen Carbon go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in Glen Carbon are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Glen Carbon?
Glen Carbon public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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