Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Central Elementary-kinmundy 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 10-14% (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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Central Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Kinmundy, IL, encompassing approximately 218.2 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 12.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Central Elementary-kinmundy's student population of 269 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Central Elementary-kinmundy 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 South Central Elementary-kinmundy is 0.06, 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
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
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
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
Showing 2003–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Central Elementary-kinmundy's ranking?
South Central Elementary-kinmundy is ranked #2315 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?
10-14% 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 South Central Elementary-kinmundy?
269 students attend South Central Elementary-kinmundy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of South Central Elementary-kinmundy students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Central Elementary-kinmundy?
South Central Elementary-kinmundy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Central Elementary-kinmundy offer ?
South Central Elementary-kinmundy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Central Elementary-kinmundy part of?
South Central Elementary-kinmundy is part of South Central Cud 401 School District.
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