Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Central City 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 28% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central City Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Centralia, IL, encompassing approximately 13.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 5.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central City Elementary School's student population of 276 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
276 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central City Elementary School is 0.30, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1243 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central City Elementary School's ranking?
Central City Elementary School is ranked #1243 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central City Elementary School often compared to?
Central City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odin Attendance Center K-8, Centralia Jr High School, Iuka Comm Cons School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central City Elementary School?
276 students attend Central City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Central City Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central City Elementary School?
Central City Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central City Elementary School offer ?
Central City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Central City Elementary School part of?
Central City Elementary School is part of Central City SD 133 School District.
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