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A commitment to Educational Excellence propels 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:
91.8
85.9

Education Level Achieved by Adults
City
35 Mile Radius
Less Than 9th Grade
14,779
(14.9%)
Grade 9-12
707
(12.1%)
13,499
(13.6%)
High School Graduate 1,792
(30.6%)
36,989
(37.3%)
Some College
1,059
(18.1%)
16.118
(16.2%)
Associates Degree
526
(9.0%)
8,237
(8.3%)
Bachelor's Degree
632
(10.8%)
6,251
(6.3%)
Graduate Degree
227
(3.9%)
3,415
(3.4%)
         
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)

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