Ashkum Early Literacy Center serves 49 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashkum Early Literacy Center's student population of 49 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
49 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ashkum Early Literacy Center is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ashkum Early Literacy Center?
49 students attend Ashkum Early Literacy Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ashkum Early Literacy Center students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashkum Early Literacy Center?
Ashkum Early Literacy Center has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ashkum Early Literacy Center offer ?
Ashkum Early Literacy Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Ashkum Early Literacy Center part of?
Ashkum Early Literacy Center is part of Central CUSD 4 School District.
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