Charleston CUSD 1

The Charleston CUSD 1 is located in Charleston, IL and includes 6 schools that serve 2,807 students in grades PK through 12.  

District Spending

The Charleston CUSD 1 spends $8,119 per pupil in current expenditures.  The district spends 59% on instruction, 37% on support services, and 4% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student-Teacher Ratio

The Charleston CUSD 1 has 15 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the IL state average being 16 students per full-time equivalent teacher.  

District Student Information

The Charleston CUSD 1 had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 3% in 2008.  The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2007 was 4.4%.  

In the Charleston CUSD 1, 21% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program).  An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.  

The Charleston CUSD 1 serves 1% English Language Learners (ELL).  ELL students are in the process of acquiring and learning English Language skills.