Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Central Road 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 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Road Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Road Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Road Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#683 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
24%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Road Elementary School's ranking?
Central Road Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central Road Elementary School often compared to?
Central Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Bend Elementary School, John G Conyers Learning Academy 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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Road Elementary School?
382 students attend Central Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Central Road Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Road Elementary School?
Central Road Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Road Elementary School offer ?
Central Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Central Road Elementary School part of?
Central Road Elementary School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
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