Serving 357 students in grades 2-3, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 357 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
54%
28%
Black
8%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
357 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Centennial Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Plano CUSD 88 School District.
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