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North Side Primary Center
Elementary School · Herrin CUSD 4
601 N 17th St, Herrin, IL 62948
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,523 of 3,813
In Herrin
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Herrin CUSD 4
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North Side Primary Center
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About North Side Primary Center
North Side Primary Center is a public elementary school in Herrin, IL, part of Herrin CUSD 4. North Side Primary Center serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. North Side Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,523 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How North Side Primary Center Compares
See how North Side Primary Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 N 17th St, Herrin, IL 62948
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Side Primary Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfellow Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Marion), which scores notably higher. Another option is Herrin C U S D 4 Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tri-C Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Carterville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Herrin, see our Herrin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Herrin | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Herrin High School Herrin | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Herrin Middle School Herrin | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Herrin C U S D 4 Elem School Herrin | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Energy | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Carterville Intermediate Sch Carterville | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| AGAPE CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Marion | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Carterville Jr High Sch Carterville | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| MARION ADVENTIST SCHOOL Marion | 5.7 mi | — |
| Carterville High School Carterville | 5.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Tri-C Elementary School Carterville | 5.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Jefferson Elem School Johnston City | 5.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Washington Middle School Johnston City | 5.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Johnston City High School Johnston City | 5.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Marion Jr High School Marion | 7.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Longfellow Elem School Marion | 7.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Elem School Marion | 7.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Marion High School Marion | 8.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Zeigler-Royalton Jr High School Mulkeytown | 8.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Zeigler-Royalton Elem School Mulkeytown | 8.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62948 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,031
Median Home Value
$112,400
Median Rent
$1,010/mo
Population
12,728
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Americana Elementary School Glendale Heights, IL | 5.5 |
| Andrew Cooke Magnet Elem School Waukegan, IL | 5.5 |
| Arcola Elementary School Arcola, IL | 5.5 |
| Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.5 |
| Bartlett Elem School Bartlett, IL | 5.5 |
| Black Hawk Elem School Glendale Heights, IL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Side Primary Center
What grades does North Side Primary Center serve?
North Side Primary Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend North Side Primary Center?
North Side Primary Center has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Side Primary Center?
The student-teacher ratio at North Side Primary Center is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Side Primary Center rank in IL?
North Side Primary Center ranks #2,523 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is North Side Primary Center's MySchoolScout rating?
North Side Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is North Side Primary Center a charter school?
No, North Side Primary Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Side Primary Center a Title I school?
No, North Side Primary Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Side Primary Center?
67.4% of students at North Side 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Williamson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.8%
- Phone
- (618) 942-5418
Resources & Links
District
Herrin CUSD 4- District Enrollment
- 2,358
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,991
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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