Serving 503 students in grades 2-6, Central Grade 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Grade School's student population of 503 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Grade School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Grade School is 0.22, 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
#1801 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
88%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Grade School's ranking?
Central Grade School is ranked #1801 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central Grade School often compared to?
Central Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altamont Grade School, Dieterich Elementary School, Beecher City Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Grade School?
503 students attend Central Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Central Grade School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Grade School?
Central Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Grade School offer ?
Central Grade School offers enrollment in grades 2-6
What school district is Central Grade School part of?
Central Grade School is part of Effingham CUSD 40 School District.
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