Central Early Childhood serves 75 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Early Childhood's student population of 75 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
75 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Early Childhood is 0.21, 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
9:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Black
3%
16%
White
89%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central Early Childhood often compared to?
Central Early Childhoodis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Sarah Atwater Denman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Central Early Childhood?
75 students attend Central Early Childhood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Central Early Childhood students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Early Childhood?
Central Early Childhood has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Early Childhood offer ?
Central Early Childhood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Central Early Childhood part of?
Central Early Childhood is part of Central CUSD 3 School District.
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