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Centennial Elem School

Elementary School · Streator ESD 44

614 Oakley Ave, Streator, IL 61364

Enrollment

460

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,286 of 3,813

In Streator

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Streator ESD 44

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Centennial Elem School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Streator · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Centennial Elem School

Centennial Elem School is a public elementary school in Streator, IL, part of Streator ESD 44. Centennial Elem School serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,286 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Centennial Elem School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Centennial Elem School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)14% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,822
Chronic Absenteeism34.3%

Centennial Elem School — Students at Centennial Elem School score 19% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
20%
2022
ELA
25%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.

How Centennial Elem School Compares

See how Centennial Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
14th percentile in IL
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

Location

614 Oakley Ave, Streator, IL 61364

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centennial Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lostant Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Lostant), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grand Ridge School (rated 8.3/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Grand Ridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Streator, see our Streator schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Northlawn Jr High School Streator 1.1 mi 3.5
Streator Twp High School Streator 1.7 mi 5.3
Kimes Elem School Streator 2.5 mi 3.8
ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Streator 2.5 mi 7.6
Grand Ridge School Grand Ridge 6.0 mi 8.3
Woodland High School Streator 6.4 mi 5.8
Woodland Elementary/Jr High Sch Streator 6.4 mi 4.2
Central Intermediate School Ottawa 11.9 mi 5.3
Deer Park C C Elem School Ottawa 10.5 mi 4.3
Shepherd Middle School Ottawa 12.0 mi 6.2
McKinley Elem School Ottawa 12.0 mi 7.3
Ransom Grade School Ransom 9.9 mi 5.9
Ottawa Township High School Ottawa 13.4 mi 5.4
Lincoln Elem School Ottawa 13.5 mi 5.6
Cornell Elem School Cornell 12.6 mi 4.7
MARQUETTE ACADEMY Ottawa 13.8 mi 6.6
MARQUETTE ACADEMY Ottawa 13.9 mi 5.0
Jefferson Elem School Ottawa 14.3 mi 7.2
Lostant Elem School Lostant 11.4 mi 8.6
Tonica Grade School Tonica 12.2 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,147

Median Home Value

$97,300

Median Rent

$810/mo

Population

18,236

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

42.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Adm Richard E Byrd Elem School Elk Grove Village, IL 4.4
Bethalto East Primary School Bethalto, IL 4.4
Brighton Park Elem School Chicago, IL 4.4
Cassell Elem School Chicago, IL 4.4
Cedar Ridge Elem School Bloomington, IL 4.4
Devonshire Elem School Skokie, IL 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Centennial Elem School

What grades does Centennial Elem School serve?

Centennial Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Centennial Elem School?

Centennial Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elem School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Centennial Elem School rank in IL?

Centennial Elem School ranks #3,286 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Centennial Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Centennial Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Centennial Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial Elem School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Centennial Elem School a charter school?

No, Centennial Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Centennial Elem School a Title I school?

No, Centennial Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centennial Elem School?

77.2% of students at Centennial Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
LaSalle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

District

Streator ESD 44
District Enrollment
1,510
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,822
District Rank
#1 of 3

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