Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Unity Point Elementary 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 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Unity Point Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Carbondale, IL, encompassing approximately 36.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest reach of 5.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Unity Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Unity Point Elementary School's student population of 620 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
620 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Unity Point Elementary 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 Unity Point Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#836 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unity Point Elementary School's ranking?
Unity Point Elementary School is ranked #836 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Unity Point Elementary School often compared to?
Unity Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Giant City Elementary School, Parrish Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Unity Point Elementary School?
620 students attend Unity Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Unity Point Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Unity Point Elementary School?
Unity Point Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Unity Point Elementary School offer ?
Unity Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Unity Point Elementary School part of?
Unity Point Elementary School is part of Unity Point CCSD 140 School District.
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