Serving 547 students in grades 2-5, Central Grade School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Grade School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Effingham, IL, encompassing approximately 126 square miles. Families typically face a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Grade School's student population of 547 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
12 students
School Motto
Engage, Educate, Empower: Effingham
School Rankings
Central Grade 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 Grade School is 0.22, 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
#1251 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 is Central Grade School's ranking?
Central Grade School is ranked #1251 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central Grade School often compared to?
Central Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dieterich Elementary School, Altamont Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Grade School?
547 students attend Central Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Central Grade School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Grade School?
Central Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Grade School offer ?
Central Grade School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Central Grade School part of?
Central Grade School is part of Effingham CUSD 40 School District.
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