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Centennial Elem School

Elementary School · Plano CUSD 88

800 S West St, Plano, IL 60545

Enrollment

357

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,771 of 3,813

In Plano

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Plano CUSD 88

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Centennial Elem School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Plano · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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6.9/10

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About Centennial Elem School

Centennial Elem School is a public elementary school in Plano, IL, part of Plano CUSD 88. Centennial Elem School serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,771 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Centennial Elem School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-5.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,971
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Centennial Elem School — Students at Centennial Elem School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 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
72%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
2.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Centennial Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in IL
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

Location

800 S West St, Plano, IL 60545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centennial Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bristol Grade School (rated 7.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Bristol), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lynn G Haskin Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Sandwich), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie View Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Sandwich), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plano, see our Plano schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Plano Middle School Plano 0.2 mi 5.2
Plano High School Plano 0.9 mi 6.9
P H Miller Elem School Plano 1.1 mi 6.0
Emily G Johns School Plano 1.8 mi 5.7
Millbrook Junior High School Newark 4.1 mi 6.4
Sandwich Community High School Sandwich 4.2 mi 6.3
W W Woodbury Elem School Sandwich 4.2 mi 7.5
Yorkville High School Yorkville 4.3 mi 5.5
Herman E Dummer Sandwich 4.4 mi 6.9
Lynn G Haskin Elementary School Sandwich 4.4 mi 7.7
Sandwich Middle School Sandwich 4.4 mi 6.0
Yorkville Grade School Yorkville 4.5 mi 6.2
PARKVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yorkville 4.6 mi 6.8
GRACE HOLISTIC CENTER FOR EDUCATION Yorkville 4.7 mi 6.9
Yorkville Early Childhood Center Yorkville 4.8 mi
Yorkville Intermediate School Yorkville 4.9 mi 6.2
Prairie View Elem School Sandwich 4.8 mi 7.7
Circle Center Grade School Yorkville 4.9 mi 6.7
Hinckley-Big Rock Middle Sch Big Rock 7.6 mi 7.7
Bristol Grade School Bristol 6.0 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,920

Median Home Value

$235,500

Median Rent

$1,571/mo

Population

14,191

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

76.4%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

34.5

Similar Schools

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

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Annawan Grade School Annawan, IL 5.2
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Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook, IL 5.2
Canterbury Elem School Crystal Lake, IL 5.2
Clearview Elem School Waukegan, IL 5.2
Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford, IL 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Centennial Elem School

What grades does Centennial Elem School serve?

Centennial Elem School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend Centennial Elem School?

Centennial Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elem School is 13.2:1. 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 #2,771 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Centennial Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Centennial Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 35% 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?

61.6% 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kendall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

Plano CUSD 88
District Enrollment
2,434
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,971
District Rank
#4 of 5

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