Serving 227 students in grades 1-4, Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central 3-4 Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Camp Point, IL, covering approximately 232.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 227 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 162% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
WE LEARN. WE EMPOWER. WE LEAD FOR A LIFETIME.
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% 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 0.12, 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
#1948 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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 #1948 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
227 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Central Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 1-4
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Central CUSD 3 School District.
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