North Side Primary Center serves 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Attendance Zone: North Side Primary Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire Herrin school district, covering approximately 48.9 square miles. Most areas within the zone are within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Side Primary Center's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'Home of the Tigers'
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Side Primary Center is 0.39, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North Side Primary Center often compared to?
North Side Primary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Tri-c Elementary School, Highland Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend North Side Primary Center?
433 students attend North Side Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Side Primary Center students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Side Primary Center?
North Side Primary Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Side Primary Center offer ?
North Side Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is North Side Primary Center part of?
North Side Primary Center is part of Herrin CUSD 4 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My kids both went here and did very well. The school cares about its kids! My son has a learning disability and they were great!
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