Wabash County Schools & Education
Wabash County, Illinois
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
41/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
77.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
77.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,660
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,250
School Score
41/100
Higher = better
State avg 63/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#97
of 102 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Wabash County
School Verdict
Wabash County has average school quality (score: 41/100) with a graduation rate of 77.0%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Wabash County spends $8,660 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Wabash County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 36% below the Illinois average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 11.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 6% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Wabash County, Illinois
Concentrated Education in Wabash County
Wabash County operates a streamlined system of 5 public schools serving a total of 1,564 students. The county is organized into just two districts, providing a highly focused educational infrastructure.
Educational Challenges and Composite Scores
Wabash County's 77.0% graduation rate is lower than both the state average of 88.8% and the national 87.0% mark. Educational investment stands at $8,660 per pupil, maintaining a school score of 50.3, which aligns with the national median.
Wabash CUSD 348 Dominates the Area
Wabash CUSD 348 oversees four of the county's five schools, enrolling 1,421 students. Mount Carmel High School is the county's largest institution, serving 466 students in grades 9 through 12.
Traditional Town-Based Learning
Four of the county's five schools are located in town settings, giving the system a centralized feel. With an average school size of 313 students, the environment is small enough for teachers to know every student by name.
Plant Roots in Wabash County
For those seeking a small, tight-knit school community, Wabash County offers a simplified and accessible system. Consider the local school culture as you look at homes in the Mount Carmel area.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Wabash County
Total Enrollment
1,564
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Wabash County
Wabash CUSD 348
Allendale CCSD 17
5 Public Schools in Wabash County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Carmel High School | Wabash CUSD 348 | 9–12 | High | 466 |
| Mt Carmel Grade School | Wabash CUSD 348 | 3–6 | Primary | 395 |
| Mt Carmel Elementary School | Wabash CUSD 348 | PK–2 | Primary | 358 |
| Mt Carmel Junior High School | Wabash CUSD 348 | 7–8 | Middle | 202 |
| Allendale Elementary School | Allendale CCSD 17 | PK–8 | Primary | 143 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,660
State avg $9,250
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Wabash County, Illinois — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Wabash County, Illinois?
Wabash County operates a streamlined system of 5 public schools serving a total of 1,564 students. The county is organized into just two districts, providing a highly focused educational infrastructure.
How do schools in Wabash County perform academically?
Wabash County's 77.0% graduation rate is lower than both the state average of 88.8% and the national 87.0% mark. Educational investment stands at $8,660 per pupil, maintaining a school score of 50.3, which aligns with the national median.
What are the major school districts in Wabash County, Illinois?
Wabash CUSD 348 oversees four of the county's five schools, enrolling 1,421 students. Mount Carmel High School is the county's largest institution, serving 466 students in grades 9 through 12.
What is the school experience like in Wabash County?
Four of the county's five schools are located in town settings, giving the system a centralized feel. With an average school size of 313 students, the environment is small enough for teachers to know every student by name.
How can I find homes near good schools in Wabash County, Illinois?
For those seeking a small, tight-knit school community, Wabash County offers a simplified and accessible system. Consider the local school culture as you look at homes in the Mount Carmel area.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.