Central Elementary School

1526 E Thacker St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 282 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 282 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 10% in IL
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 5%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Central Elementary School's student population of 282 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
282 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings

Central Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (IL)
#230 out of 3663 schools
(Top 10%)
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45-49%
28%
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55-59%
32%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
10%
5%
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Hispanic
25%
27%
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Black
5%
17%
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White
54%
47%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.64
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Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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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 Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #230 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
282 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Central Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% 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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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 282 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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