Serving 281 students in grades 9-12, Carlyle High School ranks in the top 50% 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 20-24% (which is lower 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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlyle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Carlyle High School's student population of 281 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carlyle 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 Carlyle High School is 0.15, 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
#1462 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlyle High School's ranking?
Carlyle High School is ranked #1462 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carlyle High School often compared to?
Carlyle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Comm High School, Centralia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Carlyle High School?
The graduation rate of Carlyle High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carlyle High School?
281 students attend Carlyle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Carlyle High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlyle High School?
Carlyle High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlyle High School offer ?
Carlyle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carlyle High School part of?
Carlyle High School is part of Carlyle CUSD 1 School District.
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