Serving 308 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 308 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#301 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
26%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iroquois Community School, Cumberland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
308 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Central Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of CCSD 62 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/29/2016
This is one of the best schools I have ever been to I have been there since 1st grade now I'm in 6th grade!!??'? It was so sad trying to leave from there!!??'? THIS IS THE BEST SCHOOL EVER!!!
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