Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Center Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Center Elementary School's student population of 276 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Center Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1397 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
30%
17%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Elementary School's ranking?
Center Elementary School is ranked #1397 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Center Elementary School often compared to?
Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Empire Elementary School, Jones-farrar An International Baccalaureate World School, Lincoln-douglas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Center Elementary School?
276 students attend Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Center Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center Elementary School?
Center Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Center Elementary School offer ?
Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Center Elementary School part of?
Center Elementary School is part of Freeport SD 145 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL (if no emergency days are used, the last day of school will be May 29th)
June 05, 2024 (Wednesday)
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