Pulaski County Schools & Education
Pulaski County, Illinois
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
81/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
92.6%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.6%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,361
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,250
School Score
81/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 63/100
State Score Position
#14
of 102 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Pulaski County
Measured School Summary
Pulaski County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 81/100 and a graduation rate of 92.6%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Pulaski County spends $10,361 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 28% above the Illinois average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 12% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Pulaski County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
5 public schools and 3 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
81/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #14 of 102 Illinois counties with school score data.
Completion
92.6%
3.8 pts above the state average
Funding context
$10,361
$1,111 above the state average
School coverage
5
3 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Pulaski County has 5 public schools across 3 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Pulaski County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Higher-signal county
Pulaski County screens well on the measured county-level school signal. The next check is whether that strength is broad across districts or concentrated in a few school pathways.
State position
#14
of 102 Illinois counties with school score data. The county score is 18 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Meridian CUSD 101
Elementary and high visible
460 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
Century CUSD 100
Elementary and high visible
337 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
Jamp Spec Educ Services
High school only in this slice
0 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
District reality check
Century CUSD 100 is the largest listed district slice, with 2 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Pulaski County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Pulaski County district systems?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Pulaski County, Illinois
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Education Excellence Across Five Schools
Pulaski County features five public schools across three districts, serving a total student body of 797. The system includes two elementary schools and three high schools, which often house middle-level grades. The small total enrollment ensures that students receive significant individual attention in a purely rural setting.
Meridian and Century Lead the Way
Meridian CUSD 101 is the county's largest district, educating 460 students, followed by Century CUSD 100 with 337 students. The county does not host any charter schools, maintaining a focus on traditional district-led education. A specialized special education district also operates within the county to provide essential services without direct enrollment.
Small Rural Campuses with Big Results
Every school in Pulaski County is located in a rural setting, offering a peaceful and focused learning environment. With an average school size of just 199 students, the largest facility is Meridian Elementary with 236 children. This small-scale approach contributes to the county's high academic scores and strong community ties.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Pulaski County
Reported Enrollment
797
5 schools reporting
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
3 School Districts in Pulaski County
Meridian CUSD 101
Century CUSD 100
Jamp Spec Educ Services
5 Public Schools in Pulaski County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 5 of 5 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian Elementary School | Record | Meridian CUSD 101 | Mounds, 62964Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 236 |
| Meridian High School | Record | Meridian CUSD 101 | Mounds, 62964Rural: Distant | 6–12 | High | 224 |
| Century Elementary School | Record | Century CUSD 100 | Ullin, 62992Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 169 |
| Century Jr/Sr High School | Record | Century CUSD 100 | Ullin, 62992Rural: Distant | 6–12 | High | 168 |
| Grand Chain Alternative Center | Record | Jamp Spec Educ Services | Grand Chain, 62941Rural: Remote | 6–12 | Special Education | 0 |
Meridian Elementary School
Meridian CUSD 101
Mounds, 62964 / Rural: Distant
Grand Chain Alternative Center
Jamp Spec Educ Services
Grand Chain, 62941 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$10,361
State avg $9,250
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Schools in Pulaski County, Illinois — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Pulaski County, Illinois?
Pulaski County features five public schools across three districts, serving a total student body of 797. The system includes two elementary schools and three high schools, which often house middle-level grades. The small total enrollment ensures that students receive significant individual attention in a purely rural setting.
What are the major school districts in Pulaski County, Illinois?
Meridian CUSD 101 is the county's largest district, educating 460 students, followed by Century CUSD 100 with 337 students. The county does not host any charter schools, maintaining a focus on traditional district-led education. A specialized special education district also operates within the county to provide essential services without direct enrollment.
What is the school experience like in Pulaski County?
Every school in Pulaski County is located in a rural setting, offering a peaceful and focused learning environment. With an average school size of just 199 students, the largest facility is Meridian Elementary with 236 children. This small-scale approach contributes to the county's high academic scores and strong community ties.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.