Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Road Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Road Elementary School serves the southeast part of Rolling Meadows, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Road Elementary School's student population of 620 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
620 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Road Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Road Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#975 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
45%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
37%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-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 Road Elementary School's ranking?
Central Road Elementary School is ranked #975 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central Road Elementary School often compared to?
Central Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John G Conyers Learning Academy, Willow Bend Elementary 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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Road Elementary School?
620 students attend Central Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Central Road Elementary School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Road Elementary School?
Central Road Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Road Elementary School offer ?
Central Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central Road Elementary School part of?
Central Road Elementary School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
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