White students were the largest ethnic group in Edwards County in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
Of the 809 students attending Edwards County schools, 94.3% were white. multiracial students were the second largest ethnicity, making up 2.6% of Edwards County students.
In the previous school year, white students were also the most common group in Edwards County, representing 95.1% of the student body.
Albion Grade School had the most diverse student body in Edwards County, including multiracial and white.
The Illinois State Board of Education’s budget for fiscal year 2026 will increase from nearly $10.8 billion to about $11.2 billion. This includes a $307 million boost for K–12 schools, marking the smallest annual increase since 2020.
The agency has paused about $50 million in funding previously allocated through the Evidence-Based Funding formula for the Property Tax Relief Grant while reviewing its impact on local tax relief. Officials say the pause could affect the timing and amount of property tax relief available to taxpayers.
| School name | Most prevalent ethnicity | Percent of Total Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion Grade School | White | 93.1% | 434 |
| Edwards County High School | White | 93.5% | 216 |
| West Salem Grade School | White | 98.7% | 159 |
Information in this story was obtained from the Illinois State Board of Education. The source data can be found here.
