North Side Primary Center serves 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Side Primary Center's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Motto
'Home of the Tigers'
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Side Primary Center is 0.39, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
77%
45%
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North Side Primary Center often compared to?
North Side Primary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Highland Primary School, Tri-c Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend North Side Primary Center?
433 students attend North Side Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Side Primary Center students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Side Primary Center?
North Side Primary Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Side Primary Center offer ?
North Side Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is North Side Primary Center part of?
North Side Primary Center is part of Herrin CUSD 4 School District.
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