Central Elementary School

Central Elementary School is a highly ranked grade school with an A rating on Niche.

Central Elementary School enrolls 282 students in grades K-5 in Des Plaines.

Central Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

1526 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL

Community Consolidated School District No. 62

282 Students

A-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Kelly Krueger

Student Teacher Ratio
12:1

Math Proficiency
47%

Reading Proficiency
52%

Annual Tuition
$0

A-

Academics

Teachers

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Academics

Reading Proficiency

52%

Math Proficiency

47%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

12:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

Test Scores

Equity

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GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female

54.9%

Male

45.1%

White

54.5%

Hispanic

26.3%

Asian or Pacific Islander

10.1%

Two or more races

5.2%

Black

3.9%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

7/20/2024

The best elementary school ever!Highly recommended!

5.0 parent

2/13/2023

As a parent, I couldn't be happier with our choice of this elementary school for our child. The teachers are highly knowledgeable, caring, and truly invested in the success of each student. The curriculum is well-rounded, incorporating a variety of subjects and hands-on activities to keep the studen...

5.0 parent

2/26/2018

We’ve had 5 children go through Central school and are just thrilled at our experiences there! I recommend it to everyone!

5.0 parent

8/25/2015

Absolutely the best elementary school with caring staff & a commitment to making education fun & exciting for every student.

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Average Home Value

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Median Lot Size

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Illinois Cook County Des Plaines 60016

Central Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Des Plaines, IL, in the Des Plaines neighborhood, and is served by the Community Consolidated School District No. 62 in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 282 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Central Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $409,618. Discover additional schools in the area, like Maine East High School, Maine West High School, Ncisc Alop, and more. Learn more about what Des Plaines has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central Elementary School.

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