51爆料

Johnston City CUSD 1 School District

Po Box 147
Johnston City, IL 62951-0147
(District boundaries shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,066 students in Johnston City CUSD 1 School District. This district's average testing ranking is 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
51爆料s in Johnston City CUSD 1 School District have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 30% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (IL)
# Schools
4 Schools
4,398 Schools
# Students
1,066 Students
1,845,459 Students
# Teachers
82 Teachers
136,655 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

Student By Grade

District Rank

Johnston City CUSD 1 School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 864 school districts in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 82% has increased from 75-79% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (IL)
#685 out of 865 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
16%
27%
17%
30%
47%
50%
82%
87%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.19
0.69
% American Indian
n/a
n/a
% Asian
n/a
6%
% Hispanic
4%
28%
% Black
1%
17%
% White
90%
45%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $16,789 in this school district is less than the state median of $22,423. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $15,167 is less than the state median of $21,662. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
This School District
This State (IL)
Total Revenue
$18 MM
$41,381 MM
Spending
$16 MM
$39,976 MM
Revenue / Student
$16,789
$22,423
Spending / Student
$15,167
$21,662

Best Johnston City CUSD 1 School District 51爆料s (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnston City High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1500 Jefferson Ave
Johnston City, IL 62951
(618) 983-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
20163 Corinth Rd
Pittsburg, IL 62974
(618) 982-2130
Gr: 3-4 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1108 Grand Ave
Johnston City, IL 62951
(618) 983-7561
Gr: PK-2 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
100 E 12th St
Johnston City, IL 62951
(618) 983-7581
Gr: 5-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools belong to Johnston City CUSD 1 School District?
Johnston City CUSD 1 School District manages 4 public schools serving 1,066 students.
What is the rank of Johnston City CUSD 1 School District?
Johnston City CUSD 1 School District is ranked #701 out of 864 school districts in Illinois (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year.
What is the racial composition of students in Johnston City CUSD 1 School District?
90% of Johnston City CUSD 1 School District students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Johnston City CUSD 1 School District?
Johnston City CUSD 1 School District has a student/teacher ratio of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What is Johnston City CUSD 1 School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $15,167 is less than the state median of $21,662. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.

Recent Articles

School Choice vs. Neighborhood Schools: Key Factors
School Choice vs. Neighborhood Schools: Key Factors
Explore school choice vs. neighborhood schools in 2025. Learn key factors parents should weigh when deciding the best fit for their child.
Best School Match 2025: Public vs Charter vs Magnet
Best School Match 2025: Public vs Charter vs Magnet
Compare 2025 public, charter, and magnet school options with updated data, trends, and strategies to find the best fit.
51爆料 Boundaries and Equity in 2025
51爆料 Boundaries and Equity in 2025
Explore how public school boundaries shape access, equity, and opportunity for students in 2025. Learn the impact on families and education policy.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • District size: 4 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 1,066 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : 82% (Top 50% in IL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Quick Links