RCDC: Focus on Education

Education Level Achieved by Adults

35 Mile Radius

High School Graduate

Bachelor's Degree or Higher

* Source: 2000 U.S. Census Bureau

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Olney Central College

"A commitment to

Educational Excellence

propels the City of Olney..."

The area is proud of its educational environments in local public and private schools, including a modern middle school and a new $14 million elementary school. In addition to quality facilities, a quality primary educational foundation prepares students for top performance in secondary institutions. High school students are also offered special local workforce development programs.

Olney Central College offers educational opportunities for people of all ages, with diverse programs designed to meet a variety of needs. Through partnerships with many local businesses for training and retraining, a strong workforce is available with hands-on experience. The campus is also home to the Dr. John D. Stull Performing Arts Center which recently underwent extensive remodeling.

Public & Private Schools

Type:	No:	Teachers 2007-2008:	Enrollment 2007-2008:
Elementary	1	64	1,002
Middle School/Jr. High	1	36	459
High School	1	53	697
Private/Parochial	1	13	124

ACT Composite Score 2007	School:	State:
Core Curriculum	20.3	20.3

High School Graduation Rate 2007		School:		State:
High School Graduation Rate 2007		91.8		85.9

Trade/Technical, Junior Colleges and Universities

Name:		Address:
Olney Central College		305 N. West St. (Part of Illinois Eastern Community College District)
Eastern Illinois University		Charleston, Illinois (4 year College)
Vincennes University		Vincennes, Indiana (2 year Technical College)

Olney Central College in Olney, Illinois