Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Central Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Central Park Elementary School's student population of 640 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
640 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Park Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#3074 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Hispanic
52%
29%
Black
25%
16%
White
17%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Park Elementary School's ranking?
Central Park Elementary School is ranked #3074 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Park Elementary School?
640 students attend Central Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Central Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Park Elementary School?
Central Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Park Elementary School offer ?
Central Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Central Park Elementary School part of?
Central Park Elementary School is part of Midlothian SD 143 School District.
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