Randolph County Schools & Education
Randolph County, Illinois
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
59/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
88.2%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
88.2%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,967
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,250
School Score
59/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 63/100
State Score Position
#59
of 102 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Randolph County
Measured School Summary
Randolph County performs at an average level with a school score of 59/100 and a solid graduation rate of 88.2%.
Funding Context
Randolph County spends $8,967 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 6% below the Illinois average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 0.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 3% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Randolph 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
16 public schools and 7 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
59/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #59 of 102 Illinois counties with school score data.
Completion
88.2%
0.6 pts below the state average
Funding context
$8,967
$283 below the state average
School coverage
16
7 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Randolph County has 16 public schools across 7 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 Randolph 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.
Mixed school landscape
Randolph County has enough school-level records to compare the local mix, but no single county metric should be treated as the answer. Use district shape, grade span, and data coverage together.
State position
#59
of 102 Illinois counties with school score data. The county score is 4 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 94% 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.
Sparta CUSD 140
Elementary and high visible
1,175 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
Red Bud CUSD 132
Elementary and high visible
1,028 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
Chester CUSD 139
Elementary and high visible
939 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
Steeleville CUSD 138
Elementary and high visible
403 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Coulterville USD 1 is the largest listed district slice, with 3 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 Randolph County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Randolph 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?
Which schools are missing enrollment or ratio fields, and does the district publish a newer local profile than the NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data?
Education Overview
About Schools in Randolph 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.
Diverse Educational Options in Randolph
Randolph County supports a robust system of 16 public schools across seven districts, serving nearly 3,900 students. The infrastructure is diverse, featuring seven elementary schools, seven high schools, one middle school, and specialized facilities. This high number of schools relative to enrollment ensures many localized options for families.
Sparta and Red Bud Anchor the Region
Sparta CUSD 140 is the largest district with 1,175 students, followed closely by Red Bud CUSD 132 and Chester CUSD 139. Traditional public education is the standard here, as the county contains zero charter schools across its 16 campuses. Specialized alternative and special education schools also serve students with unique learning requirements.
A Mix of Town Centers and Rural Campuses
With ten schools in town settings and six in rural areas, the county offers varied educational environments. Sparta Lincoln School is the largest campus with 732 students, while the average across the county is 299. Families can choose between the larger town-based schools or the intimate rural elementary programs.
School Overview
Total Schools
16
in Randolph County
Reported Enrollment
3,891
15 schools reporting
School Districts
7
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
7 School Districts in Randolph County
Sparta CUSD 140
Red Bud CUSD 132
Chester CUSD 139
Steeleville CUSD 138
Coulterville USD 1
Prairie Du Rocher CCSD 134
Perandoe Spec Educ District
16 Public Schools in Randolph 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 16 of 16 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparta Lincoln School | Record | Sparta CUSD 140 | Sparta, 62286Town: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 732 |
| Red Bud Elem School | Record | Red Bud CUSD 132 | Red Bud, 62278Town: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 618 |
| Chester Elem School | Record | Chester CUSD 139 | Chester, 62233Town: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 616 |
| Red Bud High School | Record | Red Bud CUSD 132 | Red Bud, 62278Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 410 |
| Sparta High School | Record | Sparta CUSD 140 | Sparta, 62286Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 327 |
| Chester High School | Record | Chester CUSD 139 | Chester, 62233Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 323 |
| Steeleville Elem School | Record | Steeleville CUSD 138 | Steeleville, 62288Town: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 274 |
| Prairie Du Rocher Elem School | Record | Prairie Du Rocher CCSD 134 | Prairie Du Rocher, 62277Rural: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 129 |
| Steeleville High School | Record | Steeleville CUSD 138 | Steeleville, 62288Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 129 |
| Evansville Attendance Center | Record | Sparta CUSD 140 | Evansville, 62242Rural: Distant | KG–8 | Primary | 116 |
| Coulterville Elementary School | Record | Coulterville USD 1 | Coulterville, 62237Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 87 |
| Coulterville High School | Record | Coulterville USD 1 | Coulterville, 62237Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 70 |
| Coulterville Junior High School | Record | Coulterville USD 1 | Coulterville, 62237Rural: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 60 |
| Monroe/Randolph Red Brick Sch | Record | Monroe/Randolph ROE | Waterloo, 62298Rural: Distant | 6–12 | Alternative | 0 |
| Okaw Regional Voc System | Record | Monroe/Randolph ROE | Chester, 62233Town: Distant | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
| Perandoe Educational Program | Record | Perandoe Spec Educ District | Red Bud, 62278Town: Distant | — | Special Education | — |
Steeleville Elem School
Steeleville CUSD 138
Steeleville, 62288 / Town: Distant
Prairie Du Rocher Elem School
Prairie Du Rocher CCSD 134
Prairie Du Rocher, 62277 / Rural: Distant
Steeleville High School
Steeleville CUSD 138
Steeleville, 62288 / Town: Distant
Evansville Attendance Center
Sparta CUSD 140
Evansville, 62242 / Rural: Distant
Coulterville Elementary School
Coulterville USD 1
Coulterville, 62237 / Rural: Distant
Coulterville High School
Coulterville USD 1
Coulterville, 62237 / Rural: Distant
Coulterville Junior High School
Coulterville USD 1
Coulterville, 62237 / Rural: Distant
Monroe/Randolph Red Brick Sch
Monroe/Randolph ROE
Waterloo, 62298 / Rural: Distant
Okaw Regional Voc System
Monroe/Randolph ROE
Chester, 62233 / Town: Distant
Perandoe Educational Program
Perandoe Spec Educ District
Red Bud, 62278 / Town: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,967
State avg $9,250
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Schools in Randolph County, Illinois — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Randolph County, Illinois?
Randolph County supports a robust system of 16 public schools across seven districts, serving nearly 3,900 students. The infrastructure is diverse, featuring seven elementary schools, seven high schools, one middle school, and specialized facilities. This high number of schools relative to enrollment ensures many localized options for families.
What are the major school districts in Randolph County, Illinois?
Sparta CUSD 140 is the largest district with 1,175 students, followed closely by Red Bud CUSD 132 and Chester CUSD 139. Traditional public education is the standard here, as the county contains zero charter schools across its 16 campuses. Specialized alternative and special education schools also serve students with unique learning requirements.
What is the school experience like in Randolph County?
With ten schools in town settings and six in rural areas, the county offers varied educational environments. Sparta Lincoln School is the largest campus with 732 students, while the average across the county is 299. Families can choose between the larger town-based schools or the intimate rural elementary programs.
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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.