Serving 735 students in grades 4-8, Central Intermediate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Intermediate School's student population of 735 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Intermediate School is 0.17, 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
#142 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Intermediate School's ranking?
Central Intermediate School is ranked #142 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central Intermediate School often compared to?
Central Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School, Beverly Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Intermediate School?
735 students attend Central Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Central Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Intermediate School?
Central Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Intermediate School offer ?
Central Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Central Intermediate School part of?
Central Intermediate School is part of Central SD 51 School District.
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