Carlinville High School is a public high school located in Carlinville, Illinois that serves students from the surrounding areas of Carlinville, Chesterfield, Standard City, Atwater, and Plainview.
Serving 353 students in grades 9-12, Carlinville High School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlinville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Carlinville High School's student population of 353 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Carlinville
School Rankings
Carlinville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlinville High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
94%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavalier
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlinville High School's ranking?
Carlinville High School is ranked #1140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carlinville High School often compared to?
Carlinville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Staunton High School, Carlinville Intermediate School, Carlinville Middle 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carlinville High School?
The graduation rate of Carlinville High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carlinville High School?
353 students attend Carlinville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Carlinville High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlinville High School?
Carlinville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlinville High School offer ?
Carlinville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carlinville High School part of?
Carlinville High School is part of Carlinville CUSD 1 School District.
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