Serving 365 students in grades 3-5, Central Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Roxana, IL, covering approximately 15.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Intermediate School's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence with Passion, Pride and Partnership
School Rankings
Central Intermediate 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 Intermediate School is 0.30, 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
#1937 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Intermediate School's ranking?
Central Intermediate School is ranked #1937 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central Intermediate School often compared to?
Central Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethalto East Primary School, South Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Intermediate School?
365 students attend Central Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Central Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Intermediate School?
Central Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Intermediate School offer ?
Central Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Central Intermediate School part of?
Central Intermediate School is part of Roxana CUSD 1 School District.
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