In Mattoon, IL the local education has long been a source of pride in the community. The city is home to several public elementary and secondary schools, as well as a number of private institutions. Each school is rated by the Illinois State Board of Education and the ratings are used to compare school districts throughout the state. Mattoon's public schools continually receive excellent scores for their commitment to academic excellence, providing students with an opportunity to excel within their chosen field. These strong ratings reflect both the hard work of teachers, staff, and administrators as well as a commitment from parents and guardians within the city to ensure that their children receive an exceptional education.
Mattoon schools spend $10,545 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 17 pupils per teacher, 695 students per librarian, and 869 children per counselor.