Serving 165 students in grades 3-4, Centennial School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Centennial School's student population of 165 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial 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 Centennial School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1019 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
87%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial School's ranking?
Centennial School is ranked #1019 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Centennial School?
165 students attend Centennial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Centennial School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial School?
Centennial School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centennial School offer ?
Centennial School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Centennial School part of?
Centennial School is part of El Paso-Gridley CUSD 11 School District.
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