For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,613 students in 62901, IL (there are , serving 158 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 62901, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62901, IL are Carbondale Comm High School, Lewis School and Thomas Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 62901 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62901, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62901, IL ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carbondale Comm High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1301 E Walnut St
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-3371
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-3371
Gr: 9-12 | 995 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Lewis School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 S Lewis Ln
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5393
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5393
Gr: 4-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1025 N Wall St
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-6226
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-6226
Gr: 2-3 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Carbondale Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1150 E Grand Ave
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-2174
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-2174
Gr: 6-8 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
Eurma C Hayes Center
Special Education School
441 E Willow St
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 684-2109
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 684-2109
Rank: n/an/a
121 N Parrish Ln
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5781
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5781
Gr: PK-1 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
62901, Illinois ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
801 S Lewis Ln
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5393
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5393
Gr: 4-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62901, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62901, IL include Carbondale Comm High School, Lewis School and Thomas Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62901?
6 public schools are located in 62901.
What percentage of students in 62901 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 62901 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62901?
62901 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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