Coal City CUSD 1

Coal City CUSD 1 is an active, traditional public school district located at 550 S Carbon Hill Rd in Coal City, Illinois. Situated in a fringe town setting within the broader Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metropolitan area, the district operates five operational schools that deliver a full educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. According to federal education data, the district serves a student body of 2,129 pupils, consisting of 1,126 male and 1,003 female students. The student population reflects a diverse demographic makeup, including 1,776 White, 263 Hispanic, 51 multiracial, 18 Asian, 12 American Indian, and 9 Black students enrolled across its grade levels.

To maintain its educational programs and school operations, Coal City CUSD 1 maintains a robust workforce comprising nearly 720 total full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This professional ecosystem includes 287 FTE teachers, 60.38 FTE instructional aides, and 372.38 FTE support personnel, establishing a well-resourced learning environment tailored to student development. Operating independently of charter organizations or supervisory unions, the district remains a foundational educational institution for the local community. Parents, students, and researchers can learn more by visiting the district’s official website at http://www.coalcity.k12.il.us or by calling the administrative offices directly at (815) 634-2287.