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2 schools in Buncombe

Illinois · Public K-12

Across 2 public schools, Buncombe (Illinois) serves approximately 177 K-12 students across 2 elementary.

7-year change in Buncombe

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
177
-32 (-15%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
91%
was 91%
% Black
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages

Schools

A-ZLargestTop rated
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Buncombe Cons SchoolElementaryKG-0851
Lick Creek Elem SchoolElementaryPK-08126

About Buncombe

Across Buncombe, Illinois, 2 public schools instructs about 177 students between them.

Average school size in Buncombe is around 89 students, 81% below the Illinois average of about 480.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Buncombe has shrank 15% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 209 students to 177.

On this page, the community for Buncombe discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Buncombe, Illinois?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Buncombe, with a combined enrollment of about 177.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Buncombe?
Buncombe has 2 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Buncombe?
Lick Creek Elem School is the largest public school in Buncombe by enrollment, with approximately 126 students.
What school districts serve Buncombe?
Buncombe is served by 2 public school districts, including Buncombe Cons SD 43, Lick Creek CCSD 16.
What grade levels do public schools in Buncombe cover?
Public schools in Buncombe serve students from pre-K through grade 8.