Central Elementary School serves 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School serves the entire district in Pontiac, IL, covering approximately 96.1 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 361 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.40, 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
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
361 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Central Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Pontiac CCSD 429 School District.
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