This was 4.3 percent lower than the state average of 43.7 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 579.
93.9 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in East Galesburg for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 28 | 6.1 |
| Regular high school diploma | 129 | 27.9 |
| GED or alternative credential | 24 | 5.2 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 35 | 7.6 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 64 | 13.9 |
| Associate's degree | 66 | 14.3 |
| Bachelor's degree | 59 | 12.8 |
| Master's degree | 36 | 7.8 |
| Professional school degree | 21 | 4.5 |
| Doctorate degree | 0 | 0 |
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