Serving 485 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School serves the eastern part of Wilmette, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 485 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
485 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Engage Empower Inspire
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#68 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 1992–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)6.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckenzie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
485 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Central Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Wilmette SD 39 School District.
School Calendar
View the Central Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving Break)
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL (Spring Break)
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Early Release - if no snow days are used)
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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