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2021 Best Places to Live in Macoupin County

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  1. Carlinville

    • Town in Illinois
    • 10 reviews

    Current Resident: Carlinville is great for a small town. There is a wal mart, a movie theater, multiple gas stations, the county court house, a town square with many small shops, a bowling alley, and many more small businesses. There is a large park with ball diamonds and soccer fields. The school system is good.
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    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A minus
      Public Schools
    • 5,540 Population
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  2. Virden

    • Town in Illinois
    • 18 reviews
    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 3,514 Population
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  3. Staunton

    • Town in Illinois
    • 20 reviews

    Current Resident: I love Staunton's small town vibe. Knowing everyone is great! I love going to local stores and knowing everyone personally, or at least know their family.
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 5,066 Population
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  4. Gillespie

    • Town in Illinois
    • 10 reviews

    Current Resident: Overall, Gillespie is a great town. I like the simplicity and closeness of Gillespie. Gillespie is a small, quiet town that is simple. There is only one stoplight. Also, everyone in the town is close. By this I mean, everyone knows everyone in Gillespie. The town is like one big family. If I could make one change, I would like more activities in the town. There is one bowling alley, but this is it. If you are bored then you will have to go to a surrounding town to find something to do. Other than that, I have no complaints.
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 3,086 Population
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  5. Benld

    • Town in Illinois
    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 1,507 Population
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  6. Carlinville Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • 1 review
    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A minus
      Public Schools
    • 6,292 Population
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  9. Honey Point Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Public Schools
    • 267 Population
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  10. Brushy Mound Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Public Schools
    • 702 Population
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  11. Polk Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Public Schools
    • 636 Population
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  12. Western Mound Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Public Schools
    • 189 Population
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  13. Shaws Point Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A minus
      Public Schools
    • 447 Population
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  14. Hillyard Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 739 Population
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  15. Dorchester Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • 2 reviews

    Niche User: There has been very minimal crime in this area. Maybe a random occurrence here or there, but nothing ever major!
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 1,576 Population
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  16. Chesterfield

    • Town in Illinois
    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A minus
      Public Schools
    • 215 Population
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  17. Bunker Hill

    • Town in Illinois
    • 5 reviews

    Current Resident: Bunker Hill is a very small town with a population of about 1,800 people. Growing up in this town has been great. However, as you get older, the more stressful the town is. Everyone knows everyone. Everyone probably knows your business too. Now, knowing everyone has its perks because normally, you can rely on the people of your town to help you. However, if you make the wrong person mad, the entire town could turn against you. Living in this town has been great despite the drama of the town. I know every person in my graduating class. I know the names of all of their parents. So, living in Bunker Hill has its perks and it faults.
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • C+
      Public Schools
    • 1,711 Population
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  18. Cahokia Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • 3 reviews

    Current Resident: No a real big fan of the area. To much stuff goes on police stop the wrong people and not he rite people. I'm only stay out here for my kids.
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 3,176 Population
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  19. Girard Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 2,365 Population
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  22. Staunton Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • 2 reviews

    Niche User: I know there is crime from the police blotter in the weekly newspaper. Mostly traffic stops, sometimes a domestic issue.. I have no concerns.
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 5,534 Population
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  23. Virden Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 3,502 Population
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  24. East Gillespie

    • Town in Illinois
    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 231 Population
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  25. Brighton

    • Town in Illinois
    • 12 reviews

    Current Resident: The residents of Brighton are overall very friendly and the town is a very safe; the local police are always making their rounds consistently in order to ensure this safety. There is also a convenient store in town along with three restaurants and multiple churches.
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 2,272 Population
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  26. Chesterfield Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Public Schools
    • 730 Population
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  27. North Otter Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • 1 review
    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 688 Population
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  28. Gillespie Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • 2 reviews
    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Public Schools
    • 3,687 Population
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  29. Bird Township

    • Town in Illinois
    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Public Schools
    • 275 Population
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    Trinity Lutheran School

    • Private School
    • NEWPORT NEWS, VA
    • PK, K-8
    • 11 reviews

    Parent: I “STRUCK GOLD” WITH THIS SCHOOL!

    I'll tell you why:

    1. Trinity has high academic AND holistic standards that are achieved through top-of-the-line programs combined with in-depth lessons of the Fruits of the Spirit!

    2. The school is very responsive to parent questions/suggestions/concerns. When an issue arises, action is taken without delay and solutions are quickly and respectfully implemented.

    3. The school is grounded in honesty and transparency, which is evident in ALL communication.

    4. The head of school is PRESENT, ACCESSIBLE & DOWN-TO-EARTH. He is purposely visible each morning and afternoon carline and regularly sends out clear, concise communication.
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    It’s fitting that Trinity’s school colors are green and gold. To me, the gold stands for the unwavering quality and the green for the positive growth in so many directions that all the teachers, faculty and staff so lovingly nurture in each individual child.

    Trinity education is TRULY a Preparation for LIFE.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 160 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Our Lady of Victory School

    • Private School
    • WASHINGTON, DC
    • PK, K-8
    • 3 reviews

    Parent: Overall extremely well organized and run. Focus on and assist students in a comprehensive and personalized way. Safe nurturing environment includes physical education, ethics and moral grounding along with rigorous math and reading. Light bright classrooms and strong inclusive community. Excellent.
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    • 222 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    The New School of Northern Virginia

    • Private School
    • FAIRFAX, VA
    • 6-12
    • 26 reviews

    Parent: Both of our kids started at The New School in ninth grade, after eight years of public school. It was one of the best parenting decisions we've ever made. Everything about this school is terrific. The teachers are passionate, inspired, and inspiring. Small, topics-driven, seminar-style classes foster creativity and independent thinking, while the welcoming atmosphere makes everyone feel at home. Our two kids turned out to be very different kinds of learners, but both thrived at The New School. Our youngest graduates next year, and we'll be sad to think of not having that day-to-day connection. Can't say enough about this wonderful school!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 140 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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