Serving 147 students in grades Kindergarten-3, 21st Century Primary Center ranks in the bottom 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
21st Century Primary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
21st Century Primary Center's student population of 147 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
21st Century Primary Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 21st Century Primary Center is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2741 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
76%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 21st Century Primary Center's ranking?
21st Century Primary Center is ranked #2741 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend 21st Century Primary Center?
147 students attend 21st Century Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of 21st Century Primary Center students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of 21st Century Primary Center?
21st Century Primary Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does 21st Century Primary Center offer ?
21st Century Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is 21st Century Primary Center part of?
21st Century Primary Center is part of Park Forest School District 163.
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