Serving 573 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Circle Center Grade 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Circle Center Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Circle Center Grade School's student population of 573 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Circle Center Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Circle Center Grade School is 0.50, 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
#520 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Circle Center Grade School's ranking?
Circle Center Grade School is ranked #520 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Circle Center Grade School?
573 students attend Circle Center Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Circle Center Grade School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Circle Center Grade School?
Circle Center Grade School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Circle Center Grade School offer ?
Circle Center Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Circle Center Grade School part of?
Circle Center Grade School is part of Yorkville CUSD 115 School District.
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