Serving 113 students in grades 3-4, Central 3-4 Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central 3-4 Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Central 3-4 Middle School's student population of 113 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
WE LEARN. WE EMPOWER. WE LEAD FOR A LIFETIME.
School Rankings
Central 3-4 Middle 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 3-4 Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1948 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central 3-4 Middle School's ranking?
Central 3-4 Middle School is ranked #1948 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central 3-4 Middle School?
113 students attend Central 3-4 Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Central 3-4 Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central 3-4 Middle School?
Central 3-4 Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central 3-4 Middle School offer ?
Central 3-4 Middle School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Central 3-4 Middle School part of?
Central 3-4 Middle School is part of Central CUSD 3 School District.
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