Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Central City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central City Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central City Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1660 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central City Elementary School's ranking?
Central City Elementary School is ranked #1660 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central City Elementary School often compared to?
Central City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centralia Jr High School, Odin Attendance Center K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central City Elementary School?
323 students attend Central City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Central City Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central City Elementary School?
Central City Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central City Elementary School offer ?
Central City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Central City Elementary School part of?
Central City Elementary School is part of Central City SD 133 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break No School
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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