Centralia
Illinois
About Centralia
If you are looking for homes for sale Centralia IL and want to live in a unique community, Centralia is the community for you. Centralia was named after the Centralia Railroad in 1859 at the intersection of the two original branches of the railroad. Located 60 miles east of St. Louis, the rural community with a population of 12,182 lies in four different counties: Marion, Clinton, Washington, and Jefferson. Centralia is also a short 45-minute drive from Rend Lake with its endless possibilities for camping, boating, hiking, golf and more. Because it is located in four different counties, Centralia is part of three different Core Based Statistical areas. The majority of Centralia, including its downtown, is located in Marion County.
Schools in Centralia
Raccoon Grade School
3601 State Route 161, Centralia, IL 62801
Serves 219 students in grades Pre-K through 8th in Centralia
Students attend Centralia or Salem High School depending on location.
Centralia School District #135
900 South Pine, Centralia, IL 62801
Two elementary schools (Pre-K-3), a middle school (4th and 5th grades) and a junior high (6th through 8th grades) have a combined attendance of 1148 students.
Central City Elementary School District
129 Douglas St, Centralia, IL 62801
Pre-K through 8th grade with 349 students in the Village of Central City.
North WAMAC Grade School
1500 Case Street, Centralia, IL 62801
Serves 112 students in grades K-8 in Centralia.
Centralia High School District 200
2100 East Calumet, Centralia, Illinois 6280
Serves 864 students from Centralia Central City, Walnut Hill and 10 other feeder schools.
