Central School

Central School serves 591 students in grades 4-5. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 (2026)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 591 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : 49% (Top 20% in IL)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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School Overview

Central School's student population of 591 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

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.
This School
State Level (IL)
49%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
(22-23)
13.2%
29.7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Cardinal

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Central School?
591 students attend Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Central School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central School?
Central School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central School offer ?
Central School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Central School part of?

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 591 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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