District 7's reputation for educational excellence has made it the district of choice in the Metro East area. Many of the surrounding communities, particularly in Madison County, have lost population over that same time.

The District's growth has resulted from people moving here from neighboring communities and from those who are transfers into the St. Louis area. Area realtors steer their clients to the Edwardsville/Glen Carbon area beacuase of its reputation as a strong community with an equally strong school system.