- Coal City Elem School — 0.3 mi · Grades 2–3 · 302 students
- Coal City Intermediate School — 0.5 mi · Grades 4–5 · 294 students
- Coal City High School — 1.0 mi · Grades 9–12 · 642 students
- Coal City Middle School — 1.5 mi · Grades 6–8 · 454 students
- Coal City Early Childhood Center — 1.7 mi · Grades PK–1 · 437 students
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| Metric | Coal City Community Unit School District 1 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 2,112 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 5 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $16,202/yr | $17,619/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coal City Community Unit School District 1 (this district) | 10/10 | 90th | 2,112 |
| Reed Custer Community Unit School District 255U | 7/10 | 69th | 1,377 |
| Gardner-South Wilmington Township High School District | 5/10 | 42nd | 147 |
| Seneca Township High School District 160 | Not rated | — | 385 |
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Ranked against 763 rated districts in IL → 90th percentile → 10/10.
Source: Illinois State Board of Education IAR, grades 3–8 ELA & Math Proficiency Rate, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Coal City Community Unit School District 1
Coal City Community Unit School District 1 is the public school district assigned to zip code 60416 in Coal City, Illinois. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 60416. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
With a rating of 10/10 (top-tier), Coal City Community Unit School District 1 ranks among Illinois’s top-tier-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Illinois’ IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Illinois is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Coal City Community Unit School District 1 ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Illinois on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 60416 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 60416
Children in zip code 60416 are assigned to Coal City Community Unit School District 1 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 60416, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Coal City Community Unit School District 1 at (815)634-2287 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Illinois districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Coal City
For families considering a purchase in the Coal City area, district assignment matters financially. Because Coal City Community Unit School District 1 serves zip code 60416, homes in and around zip code 60416 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Illinois, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Coal City Community Unit School District 1 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 60416.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Coal City Community Unit School District 1 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60416 data.