Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Illini Central Grade 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Illini Central Grade School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 270.6 square miles in Mason City, IL. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Illini Central Grade School's student population of 264 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Great Place To Learn
School Rankings
Illini Central Grade 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 Illini Central Grade School is 0.13, 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
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cougar Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Illini Central Grade School's ranking?
Illini Central Grade School is ranked #2046 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Illini Central Grade School?
264 students attend Illini Central Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Illini Central Grade School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Illini Central Grade School?
Illini Central Grade School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Illini Central Grade School offer ?
Illini Central Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Illini Central Grade School part of?
Illini Central Grade School is part of Illini Central CUSD 189 School District.
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