Serving 129 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, A-c 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A-c Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
A-c Central Elementary School's student population of 129 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
U-Knighted We Conquer
School Rankings
A-c Central Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A-c Central Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#330 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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 A-c Central Elementary School's ranking?
A-c Central Elementary School is ranked #330 out of 3,542 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend A-c Central Elementary School?
129 students attend A-c Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of A-c Central Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A-c Central Elementary School?
A-c Central Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does A-c Central Elementary School offer ?
A-c Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is A-c Central Elementary School part of?
A-c Central Elementary School is part of A-C Central CUSD 262 School District.
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