For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 815 students in Glen Carbon, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Glen Carbon, IL is Albert Cassens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glen Carbon, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Glen Carbon have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Glen Carbon, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albert Cassens Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1014 Glen Crossing Rd
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 655-6150
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 655-6150
Gr: 3-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
141 Birger Ave
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 692-7460
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 692-7460
Gr: PK-2 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Glen Carbon, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Glen Carbon, IL include Albert Cassens Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Glen Carbon?
2 public elementary schools are located in Glen Carbon.
What is the racial composition of students in Glen Carbon?
Glen Carbon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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