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7 schools in Carmi

Illinois · Public K-12

Public-school enrollment in Carmi comes to roughly 1,282 students across 7 schools (3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high).

7-year change in Carmi

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,282
-131 (-9%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
6
-1 (-14%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
92%
was 96%
% Hispanic
2%
was 1%
% Black
1%
was 0%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Brownsville Attendance CenterCombined01-120
Carmi White Cnty Jr High SchMiddle07-08188
Carmi-White County High SchoolHigh09-12419
Jefferson Attendance CenterElementary02-03158
Lincoln Attendance CenterElementaryKG-01176
Prekindergarten FacilityElementaryPK-PK72
Washington Attendance CenterMiddle04-06269

About Carmi

Carmi is a moderately sized Illinois city in terms of public-school footprint, with 7 schools and 1,282 students total.

In terms of grade levels, the city consists of 3 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high, and 1 other.

Average school size in Carmi is around 183 students, 62% lower than the Illinois average of about 480.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Carmi has decreased 9% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,413 students to 1,282. Over that span, Carmi lost 1 school, going from 7 to 6. The White share of public-school enrollment shrank from 96% to 92%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Carmi discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Carmi?
Carmi, Illinois has 7 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,282 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Carmi?
Carmi has 3 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high, 1 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Carmi?
Carmi-White County High School is the largest public school in Carmi by enrollment, with approximately 419 students.
What school districts serve Carmi?
Carmi public schools are operated by Carmi-White County CUSD 5.
What grade levels do public schools in Carmi cover?
Public schools in Carmi serve students from pre-K through grade 12.