About Us
Welcome to Coal City High School—where we invite you to become a Coaler and take full advantage of the wide range of opportunities designed to prepare you for life beyond high school.
At Coal City High School, our exemplary faculty and support staff are committed to helping each student succeed. Whether you're interested in core academics, vocational pathways, fine arts, general electives, honors courses, dual credit options, or Advanced Placement (AP) classes, you'll find a curriculum that challenges, inspires, and prepares you for the future.
Your experience at Coal City High School extends beyond the classroom. With over 30 clubs, organizations, academic teams, and fine arts programs, and more than 20 athletic teams, students have countless ways to get involved, grow as individuals, and contribute to a vibrant school community.
We are proud to be recognized as one of the top public high schools of our size in the State of Illinois. Our commitment to excellence is evident in all we do:
- 21 Illinois State Scholars
- 55 AP Scholars—23 named AP Scholars with Distinction
- High performance on the ACT exam
- State-qualifying athletic teams, including the current IHSA Wrestling Dual Team State Champions
- Multiple honors in the Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards
State and national qualifiers across academic, vocational, and fine arts programs
At Coal City High School, we celebrate achievement, encourage involvement, and promote "Coaler Pride" in all aspects of student life. We look forward to helping you discover what makes Coal City High School a truly exceptional place to learn and grow.
