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#3497 of 3,813 schools in IL

Schiller Elem School

Elementary School · Centralia SD 135

800 W 4th St, Centralia, IL 62801

Enrollment

251

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 1st

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,497 of 3,813

In Centralia

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Centralia SD 135

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Schiller Elem School

4.0/10

Elementary School in Centralia · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.5/10

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About Schiller Elem School

Schiller Elem School is a public elementary school in Centralia, IL, part of Centralia SD 135. Schiller Elem School serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Schiller Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,497 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Schiller Elem School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-7.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,491
Chronic Absenteeism17.5%

Schiller Elem School — Students at Schiller Elem School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 54.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 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
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
24.5%
ELA
15%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.

How Schiller Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
8th percentile in IL
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

Location

800 W 4th St, Centralia, IL 62801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Schiller Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Odin Attendance Center K-8 (rated 5.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Odin), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Wamac Grade School (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jordan Elem School (rated 5.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Centralia, see our Centralia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Willow Grove Elem School Centralia 0.3 mi 4.5
North Wamac Grade School Centralia 1.0 mi 5.8
Centralia Pre-Kindergarten Ctr Centralia 0.9 mi
ST MARY SCHOOL Centralia 1.1 mi 4.2
Centralia Jr High School Centralia 1.3 mi 5.1
Central City Elem School Centralia 2.0 mi 4.1
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Centralia 1.8 mi
Centralia High School Centralia 2.5 mi 6.3
NEW HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Centralia 3.2 mi 5.3
Jordan Elem School Centralia 2.9 mi 5.6
CHRIST OUR ROCK LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Centralia 3.6 mi 6.6
Irvington Elem School Irvington 6.2 mi 5.0
Sandoval Jr High School Sandoval 6.4 mi 4.3
Sandoval Sr High School Sandoval 6.4 mi 6.2
Sandoval Elem School Sandoval 6.4 mi 5.2
Grand Prairie Elem School Centralia 6.8 mi 5.1
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hoffman 6.4 mi 5.2
Odin Attendance Center K-8 Odin 8.1 mi 5.9
Odin Attendance Center 9-12 Odin 8.1 mi 7.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hoyleton 8.8 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,740

Median Home Value

$91,100

Median Rent

$785/mo

Population

19,941

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

70.7%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.3%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Schiller Elem School

What grades does Schiller Elem School serve?

Schiller Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.

How many students attend Schiller Elem School?

Schiller Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Schiller Elem School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Schiller Elem School rank in IL?

Schiller Elem School ranks #3,497 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Schiller Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Schiller Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Schiller Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Schiller Elem School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Schiller Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Schiller Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

99.2% of students at Schiller 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
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Clinton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

District

Centralia SD 135
District Enrollment
1,065
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,491
District Rank
#3 of 3

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