Serving 370 students in grades 3-6, Mt Carmel Grade School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 46:1 is higher than 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 46:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Intermediate Center of Education's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mount Carmel, IL school district, covering approximately 184.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 10.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 15.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt Carmel Grade School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Mt Carmel Grade School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Carmel Grade 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
#1925 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Mt Carmel Grade School's ranking?
Mt Carmel Grade School is ranked #1925 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mt Carmel Grade School?
370 students attend Mt Carmel Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mt Carmel Grade School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Carmel Grade School?
Mt Carmel Grade School has a student ration of 46:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mt Carmel Grade School offer ?
Mt Carmel Grade School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Mt Carmel Grade School part of?
Mt Carmel Grade School is part of Wabash CUSD 348 School District.
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