Central Early Childhood serves 75 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary Grade School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Golden, IL, covering approximately 232.9 square miles. Families can generally expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Early Childhood's student population of 75 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
75 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Early Childhood is 0.21, 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
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
n/a
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-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 schools are Central Early Childhood often compared to?
Central Early Childhoodis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Sarah Atwater Denman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Central Early Childhood?
75 students attend Central Early Childhood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Central Early Childhood students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Early Childhood?
Central Early Childhood has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Early Childhood offer ?
Central Early Childhood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Central Early Childhood part of?
Central Early Childhood is part of Central CUSD 3 School District.
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