Central Elementary School

1526 E Thacker St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 322 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Central Elementary School's student population of 322 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar

School Rankings

Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#554 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
35-39%
27%
50-54%
30%
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
322 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Central Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of CCSD 62 School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
This is one of the best schools I have ever been to I have been there since 1st grade now I'm in 6th grade!!??'? It was so sad trying to leave from there!!??'? THIS IS THE BEST SCHOOL EVER!!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - gonza

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 322 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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