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Central Grade School

Central Grade School is a public primary school in Effingham, IL, serving grades 2–5, rated C+, with 547 students and a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

In 2024-2025, the share of students meeting the state standard was 54% in English Language Arts, 43% in Math and 41% in Science.

C+TopHap school rating
Rating
C+
Grades
2–5
Enrollment
547
Students per teacher
12.8:1
Level
Primary
Type
Public · Regular

2024-2025 testing year

State test results

Share of students meeting or exceeding the state standard.

English Language Arts54%
Math43%
Science41%

Academics and programs

Open enrollment
No

Student body

White88%
Hispanic8%
Black2%
Two or more races2%
Asian0%
Male / female
54% / 46%
Free or reduced lunch
47%
Enrollment change vs prior year
-9.9%
Prior-year enrollment
607

School details

Address
3901 S Banker St, Effingham, IL 62401
Phone
(217) 540-1400
Website
unit40.org
Setting
Rural - Fringe
Status
Operational
NCES ID
171356002291
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School district

Effingham Community Unit School District 40

District rating
B+
Schools
6
Students
2,261
Spending per student
$15,352
Teachers (FTE)
174
Grades
PK–12
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About Central Grade School

How is Central Grade School rated?

Central Grade School holds a C+ rating on TopHap's A-to-D scale, which blends state test results, academic progress and student outcomes. Effingham Community Unit School District 40 is rated B+ overall.

How do students at Central Grade School perform on state tests?

In the 2024-2025 testing year, the share of Central Grade School students meeting or exceeding the state standard was 54% in English Language Arts, 43% in Math and 41% in Science.

What grades does Central Grade School serve?

Central Grade School serves grades 2–5 as a primary school.

How many students attend Central Grade School?

547 students attend Central Grade School, down from 607 the prior year, with a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1.

Which school district is Central Grade School in?

Central Grade School is part of Effingham Community Unit School District 40, which reports 6 schools, 2,261 students and $15,352 of spending per student.