Needs Improvement
#3559 of 3,813 schools in IL
21st Century Primary Center
Elementary School · Park Forest SD 163
240 S Orchard Dr, Park Forest, IL 60466
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,559 of 3,813
In Park Forest
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Park Forest SD 163
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21st Century Primary Center
Elementary School in Park Forest · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About 21st Century Primary Center
21st Century Primary Center is a public elementary school in Park Forest, IL, part of Park Forest SD 163. 21st Century Primary Center serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. 21st Century Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,559 of 3,813 schools in IL. Structured state assessment records for 21st Century Primary Center show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, 21st Century Primary Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
50% of students at 21st Century Primary Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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21st Century Primary Center — Students at 21st Century Primary Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How 21st Century Primary Center Compares
See how 21st Century Primary Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
240 S Orchard Dr, Park Forest, IL 60466
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering 21st Century Primary Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Illinois School (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Crete), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blackhawk Primary Center (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Park Forest, see our Park Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blackhawk Primary Center Park Forest | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Mohawk Primary Center Park Forest | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Michelle Obama Sch of Technology Park Forest | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Talala Elementary School Park Forest | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Algonquin Primary Center Park Forest | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Illinois School Park Forest | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Indiana Elem School Park Forest | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Richton Square School Richton Park | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Barack Obama Sch of Ldership Chicago Heights | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Wilson Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Matteson Elem School Matteson | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| O W Huth Middle School Matteson | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| FAITH MOVERS ACADEMY University Park | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Crete | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Kennedy Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| NAZARENE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Chicago Heights | 2.8 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Arcadia Elem School Olympia Fields | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Steger Primary Center South Chicago Heights | 2.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Sauk Elem School Richton Park | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60466 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,132
Median Home Value
$106,100
Median Rent
$1,341/mo
Population
21,123
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burnham Elem School Burnham, IL | 3.9 |
| Edinburg Elem School Edinburg, IL | 3.9 |
| Faraday Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.9 |
| Hughes C Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.9 |
| Lincoln Elem School East Peoria, IL | 3.9 |
| ST MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Algonquin, IL | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about 21st Century Primary Center
What grades does 21st Century Primary Center serve?
21st Century Primary Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend 21st Century Primary Center?
21st Century Primary Center has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at 21st Century Primary Center?
The student-teacher ratio at 21st Century Primary Center is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does 21st Century Primary Center rank in IL?
21st Century Primary Center ranks #3,559 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is 21st Century Primary Center's MySchoolScout rating?
21st Century Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at 21st Century Primary Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, 21st Century Primary Center has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is 21st Century Primary Center a charter school?
No, 21st Century Primary Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is 21st Century Primary Center a Title I school?
No, 21st Century Primary Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for 21st Century Primary Center?
81.6% of students at 21st Century Primary Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 147
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.7%
- Phone
- (708) 668-9451
Resources & Links
District
Park Forest SD 163- District Enrollment
- 1,523
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,572
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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