Central Cusd 301 School District
School District · Burlington, Illinois
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,741
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,741
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Evaluating Central Cusd 301?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Central Cusd 301 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Lily Lake Grade School
Maple Park · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Central High School
Burilngton · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Prairie Knolls Middle Sch
Elgin · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Illinois rank
#176 of 637
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Illinois avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,741
$1,949 vs Illinois median
District size
4,940 students
Much larger than Illinois median
The short answer
Central Cusd 301 ranks #176 of 637 Illinois districts by overall school rating. Central Cusd 301's schools with real test data average 7.0/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Lily Lake Grade School (7.8/10), Central High School (7.7/10), and Prairie Knolls Middle Sch (7.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Central Cusd 301
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lily Lake Grade School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Central High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Prairie Knolls Middle Sch | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Central Middle School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Prairie View Grade School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Country Trails Elem | 6.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Howard B Thomas Grade School | 5.5 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Central Cusd 301
Central Cusd 301 is a Burlington, Illinois school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 4,940 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1. The district invests $14,741 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.0/10, Central Cusd 301 is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Lily Lake Grade School, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, Central Cusd 301 students show an average math proficiency of 62.3% and ELA proficiency of 62.6%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Central Cusd 301, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Central Cusd 301 with test data.
Schools in Central Cusd 301
7 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Illinois
- City
- Burlington
- Total Enrollment
- 4,940
- Teachers (FTE)
- 277
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Central Cusd 301?
Central Cusd 301 has 7 schools in total — 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Central Cusd 301?
The average composite rating for Central Cusd 301 is 7.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Central Cusd 301?
Central Cusd 301 spends $14,741 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Central Cusd 301?
The average student-teacher ratio in Central Cusd 301 is 17.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Central Cusd 301?
Lily Lake Grade School is the highest-rated school in Central Cusd 301 with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in Central Cusd 301?
Across schools in Central Cusd 301 with test data, the average math proficiency is 62.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 62.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Central Cusd 301 compare to other districts in Illinois?
Central Cusd 301 has an average school rating of 7.0/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Illinois by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 62.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 62.6%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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