Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Carthage Primary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carthage Primary School's student population of 238 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
238 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carthage Primary 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 Carthage Primary School is 0.27, 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
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carthage Primary School's ranking?
Carthage Primary School is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carthage Primary School?
238 students attend Carthage Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Carthage Primary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carthage Primary School?
Carthage Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carthage Primary School offer ?
Carthage Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Carthage Primary School part of?
Carthage Primary School is part of Carthage ESD 317 School District.
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