Schools in Charleston, Illinois (2025)
5 schools · 2,670 students · 5 public · median Enrollment 555.
Ranked schools in Charleston
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Illinois.
- 160Mark Twain Elem SchoolCharleston · Public Elementary50.7% Free/reduced-price lunch · 221 students
- 239Charleston High SchoolCharleston · Public High32% Math proficiency · 795 students
- 335Charleston Middle SchoolCharleston · Public Middle22% Math proficiency · 401 students
- 432Carl Sandburg Elem SchoolCharleston · Public Elementary27% Math proficiency · 555 students
- 523Jefferson Elem SchoolCharleston · Public Middle11% Math proficiency · 698 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mark Twain Elem School Charleston · Elementary · Grades PK–K | Public | 59.8 Top 50% | 50.7% Free/reduced-price lunch | 221 |
| 2 | Charleston High School Charleston · High · Grades 9–12 | Public | 39.0 Lower 50% | 32% Math proficiency | 795 |
| 3 | Charleston Middle School Charleston · Middle · Grades 7–8 | Public | 34.9 Lower 50% | 22% Math proficiency | 401 |
| 4 | Carl Sandburg Elem School Charleston · Elementary · Grades 1–3 | Public | 31.7 Lower 50% | 27% Math proficiency | 555 |
| 5 | Jefferson Elem School Charleston · Middle · Grades 4–6 | Public | 23.0 Lower 50% | 11% Math proficiency | 698 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Charleston?
Mark Twain Elem School is the highest-ranked school in Charleston with a Success Index (US) of 59.8 out of 100 (Top 50% of elementary schools in United States).
How many schools are in Charleston?
Charleston has 5 schools (2 elementary, 1 high, 2 middle) educating 2,670 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Charleston?
The median Enrollment across schools in Charleston is 555. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.