Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Center Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Center Elementary School's student population of 262 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Center Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#848 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
25%
16%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Freeport SD 145 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Elementary School's ranking?
Center Elementary School is ranked #848 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Center Elementary School often compared to?
Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Empire Elementary School, Jones-farrar Intl Baccalaureate, Lincoln-douglas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Center Elementary School?
262 students attend Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Center Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center Elementary School?
Center Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Center Elementary School offer ?
Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Center Elementary School part of?
Center Elementary School is part of Freeport SD 145 School District.
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