Serving 163 students in grades 3-5, York Center Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
York Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
York Center Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Motto
Preparing Students to Successfully Navigate a Dynamic World
School Rankings
York Center Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of York Center Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1645 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
41%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
15%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
School District 45 Dupage County
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is York Center Elementary School's ranking?
York Center Elementary School is ranked #1645 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are York Center Elementary School often compared to?
York Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 York Center Elementary School?
163 students attend York Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of York Center Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of York Center Elementary School?
York Center Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does York Center Elementary School offer ?
York Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is York Center Elementary School part of?
York Center Elementary School is part of School District 45 Dupage County.
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