Serving 288 students in grades 3-6, Porta Central 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Porta Central's attendance zone covers the entire Petersburg, IL school district, encompassing approximately 174.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.4 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Porta Central's student population of 288 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we learn, create, achieve and pursue success.
School Rankings
Porta Central 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 Porta Central is 0.15, 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
#2124 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porta Central's ranking?
Porta Central is ranked #2124 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Porta Central?
288 students attend Porta Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Porta Central students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porta Central?
Porta Central has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Porta Central offer ?
Porta Central offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Porta Central part of?
Porta Central is part of Porta CUSD 202 School District.
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