Mount Olive CUSD 5

Mount Olive CUSD 5 is an active, traditional public school district situated at 804 W Main St in Mount Olive, Illinois. Nestled within the rural fringe of the greater St. Louis metropolitan area, the district operates two public schools offering a complete educational pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. As an open, non-charter district, Mount Olive CUSD 5 provides accessible, community-centered education designed to support local families throughout a child's entire academic progression. Community members, prospective families, and researchers can connect with the district administration directly by phone at (217) 999-7831 or explore its educational resources online at mtoliveschools.org.

Serving a close-knit student body of 479 pupils—comprising 245 male and 234 female students—the district maintains steady enrollment across all grade levels, beginning with 29 pre-kindergarten learners and 38 kindergarteners, leading up to a senior high school class of 33 students. To foster academic development and maintain strong operational support, Mount Olive CUSD 5 employs a total workforce of roughly 180 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes over 85 full-time equivalent teachers alongside 10 instructional aides and dedicated support personnel. This substantial staffing context ensures that students receive attentive instruction, individual guidance, and a well-rounded learning environment throughout their primary and secondary educational journey.