Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Farmington Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Farmington Central Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Farmington, IL, covering approximately 189.8 square miles. The zone typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 13.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farmington Central Elementary School's student population of 633 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farmington Central Elementary 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 Farmington Central Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1391 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmington Central Elementary School's ranking?
Farmington Central Elementary School is ranked #1391 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Farmington Central Elementary School often compared to?
Farmington Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood Elementary School, Glendale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Farmington Central Elementary School?
633 students attend Farmington Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Farmington Central Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farmington Central Elementary School?
Farmington Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farmington Central Elementary School offer ?
Farmington Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Farmington Central Elementary School part of?
Farmington Central Elementary School is part of Farmington Central CUSD 265 School District.
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