Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1097 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
87%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
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 Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #1097 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
271 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Polo CUSD 222 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
End of 4th Quarter - Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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