Serving 286 students in grades Kindergarten-4, New Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Central Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Havana, IL, covering approximately 225 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Central Elementary School's student population of 286 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
New 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 New Central Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1588 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Central Elementary School's ranking?
New Central Elementary School is ranked #1588 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend New Central Elementary School?
286 students attend New Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of New Central Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Central Elementary School?
New Central Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Central Elementary School offer ?
New Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is New Central Elementary School part of?
New Central Elementary School is part of Havana CUSD 126 School District.
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