Serving 580 students in grades 5-8, Central School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Central School's student population of 580 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Motto
Growing Every Heart and Mind
School Rankings
Central School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central School is 0.32, 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
#51 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central School's ranking?
Central School is ranked #51 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central School?
580 students attend Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Central School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central School?
Central School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central School offer ?
Central School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Central School part of?
Central School is part of Glencoe SD 35 School District.
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