Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Amboy Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amboy Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Amboy Central Elementary School's student population of 307 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
307 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Amboy Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amboy Central Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#567 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
27%
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Black
1%
17%
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White
89%
47%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amboy Central Elementary School's ranking?
Amboy Central Elementary School is ranked #567 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Amboy Central Elementary School often compared to?
Amboy Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton-franklin Center Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Amboy Central Elementary School?
307 students attend Amboy Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Amboy Central Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amboy Central Elementary School?
Amboy Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amboy Central Elementary School offer ?
Amboy Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Amboy Central Elementary School part of?
Amboy Central Elementary School is part of Amboy CUSD 272 School District.
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