For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 815 students in Glen Carbon, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in Glen Carbon, IL is Albert Cassens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glen Carbon, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Glen Carbon have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Glen Carbon, IL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Albert Cassens Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1014 Glen Crossing Rd
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 655-6150
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 655-6150
Grades: 3-5
| 470 students
Rank: n/an/a
141 Birger Ave
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 692-7460
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 692-7460
Grades: PK-2
| 345 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Glen Carbon, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Glen Carbon, IL include Albert Cassens Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Glen Carbon?
2 public elementary schools are located in Glen Carbon.
What is the racial composition of students in Glen Carbon?
Glen Carbon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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