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Illini Central Grade School

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Illini Central Grade School is an elementary school located in Mason City, Illinois, serving students from kindergarten to 5th grade. The school is part of the Illini Central CUSD 189 district, which is ranked 647 out of 813 districts in Illinois and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Illini Central Grade School has consistently been ranked in the bottom half of Illinois elementary schools, ranking between 1,000-1,400 out of around 2,000 schools over the past 10 years. The school has maintained a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger during this time period. Academically, the school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics are significantly below the state averages across all grade levels, while its performance on the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) is better, with a 62.2% proficiency rate in 2023-2024, higher than the state average of 53.2%. The school has also struggled with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 6.6% in 2019-2020 to 23.2% in 2021-2022, well above the state average.

Nearby schools, such as Northwest Elementary School (Lincoln Education Service District 27) and Cantrall Elementary School (Athens CUSD 213), generally outperform Illini Central Grade School in academic proficiency rates and have lower chronic absenteeism rates. For example, in 2023-2024, Northwest Elementary School had an ELA proficiency rate of 46.7% and a Mathematics proficiency rate of 30.3%, compared to Illini Central Grade School's 22.3% and 23.1%, respectively. Addressing the challenges faced by Illini Central Grade School will require a comprehensive, data-driven approach that focuses on improving instructional quality, addressing attendance and engagement, and providing targeted support for struggling students and underperforming subgroups.


Detail:

Public K-5

 208 N West Ave
       Mason City, IL  62664-1066

(217) 482-5180

District: Illini Central CUSD 189

SchoolDigger Rank:
1256th of 2,067 Illinois Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $19,542 Help


Students who attend Illini Central Grade School usually attend:

Middle:    Illini Central Middle School
High:    Illini Central High School

Student/teacher ratio:  9.2 Help
Number of students:  252

Racial breakdown:

White:
95.2%
Two or more races:
2.0%
Hispanic:
1.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  9.9% Help


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Compare Details Illini Central Grade School ranks worse than 60.8% of elementary schools in Illinois. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 35.53. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Illini Central Grade School is $19,542.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Illini Central Grade School:

SchoolDigger ranks Illini Central Grade School 1256th of 2067 Illinois public elementary schools. (See Illini Central Grade School in the ranking list.)

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Illini Central CUSD 189:

SchoolDigger ranks Illini Central CUSD 189 647th of 813 Illinois school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Illini Central Grade School

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Rank History for all students at Illini Central Grade School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 60.48 968th 2020 52.1%
2004 54.02 1143rd 2030 43.7%
2005 65.39 840th 2022 58.5%
2006 76.45 448th 2086 78.5%
2007 64.21 902nd 2095 56.9%
2008 66.26 853rd 2092 59.2%
2009 54.52 1168th 2120 44.9%
2010 45.31 1387th 2139 35.2%
2011 53.15 1212th 2147 43.5%
2012 58.55 1076th 2166 50.3%
2013 55.71 1044th 2167 51.8%
2014 50.87 1076th 2093 48.6%
2015 49.62 911th 2052 55.6%
2016 47.14 1002nd 2046 51.0%
2017 44.08 1071st 2044 47.6%
2018 42.56 1106th 2037 45.7%
2019 42.76 1132nd 2086 45.7%
2021 38.17 1094th 1948 43.8%
2022 38.26 1213th 2082 41.7%
2023 30.04 1393rd 2077 32.9%
2024 35.53 1256th 2067 39.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Illini Central Grade School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 21.43 691st 763 9.4%
2019 40.33 624th 1194 47.7%
2021 27.12 486th 640 24.1%
2022 43.11 521st 1113 53.2%
2023 26.61 878th 1156 24.0%
2024 58.27 382nd 1195 68.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Illini Central Grade School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.68 1099th 1765 37.7%
2019 35.42 1230th 1816 32.3%
2023 18.83 1659th 1808 8.2%
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Rank History for Female students at Illini Central Grade School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.01 962nd 1964 51.0%
2019 45.71 1050th 2019 48.0%
2021 28.22 1184th 1680 29.5%
2022 32.19 1273rd 1970 35.4%
2023 23.88 1480th 1957 24.4%
2024 30.02 1331st 1942 31.5%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Illini Central Grade School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 29.50 646th 907 28.8%
2024 62.60 205th 886 76.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Illini Central Grade School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 31.56 1345th 1972 31.8%
2019 34.45 1288th 2019 36.2%
2021 42.64 893rd 1707 47.7%
2022 44.65 991st 1977 49.9%
2023 35.94 1191st 1984 40.0%
2024 41.75 1050th 1959 46.4%
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Rank History for White students at Illini Central Grade School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 27.81 1104th 1463 24.5%
2019 24.99 1162nd 1462 20.5%
2021 21.86 1110th 1308 15.1%
2022 18.25 1254th 1425 12.0%
2023 12.33 1334th 1419 6.0%
2024 14.44 1270th 1392 8.8%
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Data source: test scores: Illinois State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Illini Central Grade School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1990 401 n/a 1 2 n/a n/a n/a 0 404
1991 393 0 2 2 0 n/a n/a 0 397
1992 320 0 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 322
1993 321 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 322
1994 445 0 2 4 0 n/a n/a 0 451
1995 472 1 2 5 0 n/a n/a 0 480
1996 472 1 2 5 0 n/a n/a 0 480
1997 474 4 1 2 0 n/a n/a 0 481
1998 490 5 1 4 1 n/a n/a 0 501
1999 480 3 1 3 1 n/a n/a 0 488
2000 485 5 1 2 0 n/a n/a 0 493
2001 457 5 2 5 0 n/a n/a 0 469
2002 433 7 1 5 0 n/a n/a 0 446
2003 433 7 1 5 0 n/a n/a 0 446
2004 421 8 1 6 0 n/a n/a 0 436
2005 426 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 12 439
2006 433 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 11 444
2007 449 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 9 459
2008 440 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 15 456
2009 467 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 14 481
2010 401 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 14 415
2011 393 11 0 0 0 0 1 0 405
2012 366 0 1 5 0 1 10 0 383
2013 350 1 1 9 0 0 13 0 374
2014 338 0 0 8 0 0 14 0 360
2015 337 4 1 10 0 0 13 0 365
2016 356 1 1 8 1 0 10 0 377
2017 318 3 1 5 0 0 8 0 335
2018 275 1 0 4 1 0 6 0 287
2019 279 0 0 2 0 0 8 0 289
2020 268 3 0 2 0 0 5 0 278
2021 268 1 0 4 0 0 5 0 278
2022 260 1 1 3 0 1 6 0 272
2023 240 1 1 4 0 1 5 0 252

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Illini Central Grade School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1990 404 27.5 14.6 n/a
1991 397 25.5 15.5 n/a
1992 322 21.0 15.3 n/a
1993 322 23.5 13.7 n/a
1994 451 31.6 14.3 n/a
1995 480 34.1 14.1 n/a
1996 480 34.1 14.1 n/a
1997 481 34.6 13.9 n/a
1998 501 34.8 14.4 n/a
1999 488 34.8 14.0 n/a
2000 493 36.8 13.4 n/a
2001 469 37.0 12.7 n/a
2002 446 35.0 12.7 35.2
2003 446 35.0 12.7 35.2
2004 436 33.0 13.2 40.1
2005 439 34.5 12.7 45
2006 444 35.0 12.7 41.6
2007 459 33.0 13.9 38.4
2008 456 27.0 16.9 42.4
2009 481 34.0 14.1 41.3
2010 415 34.0 12.2 47.6
2011 405 30.0 13.5 44
2012 383 30.0 12.7 42
2013 374 26.0 14.3 47.9
2014 360 25.0 14.4 53.1
2015 365 26.0 14.0 43.8
2016 377 29.0 13.0 47.5
2017 335 30.1 11.1 44.2
2018 287 25.9 11.0 38.7
2019 289 25.6 11.2 29.8
2020 278 27.8 9.9 19.4
2021 278 n/a n/a n/a
2022 272 27.9 9.7 11.8
2023 252 27.1 9.2 9.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Illini Central Grade School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1990 404 27.5 14.6 n/a
1991 397 25.5 15.5 n/a
1992 322 21.0 15.3 n/a
1993 322 23.5 13.7 n/a
1994 451 31.6 14.3 n/a
1995 480 34.1 14.1 n/a
1996 480 34.1 14.1 n/a
1997 481 34.6 13.9 n/a
1998 501 34.8 14.4 n/a
1999 488 34.8 14.0 n/a
2000 493 36.8 13.4 n/a
2001 469 37.0 12.7 n/a
2002 446 35.0 12.7 35.2
2003 446 35.0 12.7 35.2
2004 436 33.0 13.2 40.1
2005 439 34.5 12.7 45
2006 444 35.0 12.7 41.6
2007 459 33.0 13.9 38.4
2008 456 27.0 16.9 42.4
2009 481 34.0 14.1 41.3
2010 415 34.0 12.2 47.6
2011 405 30.0 13.5 44
2012 383 30.0 12.7 42
2013 374 26.0 14.3 47.9
2014 360 25.0 14.4 53.1
2015 365 26.0 14.0 43.8
2016 377 29.0 13.0 47.5
2017 335 30.1 11.1 44.2
2018 287 25.9 11.0 38.7
2019 289 25.6 11.2 29.8
2020 278 27.8 9.9 19.4
2021 278 n/a n/a n/a
2022 272 27.9 9.7 11.8
2023 252 27.1 9.2 9.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Illini Central Grade School

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YearPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaVaricellaDTPHepatitis BPneumococcal
201699.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%
201799.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%
201899.2%99.2%99.2%99.2%99.2%99.2%19.6%19.6%
201999.3%99.3%99.3%99.3%99.3%99.3%
202197.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%
202298.9%98.9%98.9%98.9%98.9%98.9%98.9%
202399.6%99.6%99.6%99.6%99.6%99.6%99.6%
202499.6%99.6%99.6%99.6%99.2%99.6%99.6%

Data source: Illinois State Board of Education
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Illini Central Grade School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,254 (10.8%) $10,322 (89.2%) $11,576
2020 $256 (1.9%) $12,879 (98.1%) $13,135
2021 $1,458 (10.7%) $12,165 (89.3%) $13,623
2022 $1,458 (10.7%) $12,165 (89.3%) $13,623
2023 $2,260 (13.3%) $14,725 (86.7%) $16,986
2024 $1,563 (8.0%) $17,978 (92.0%) $19,542

Data source: Illinois Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Illini Central Grade School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 1132nd of 2086 Elementary schoolsRanks 1393rd of 2077 Elementary schools
 12.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Illini Central Grade School)2614
 12%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Illini Central CUSD 189)2614
 12%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)36.428.8
 7.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Illini Central Grade School)2618.7
 7.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Illini Central CUSD 189)2618.7
 7.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Illinois)40.633
 7.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Illini Central Grade School)41.623.1
 18.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Illini Central CUSD 189)41.623.1
 18.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)36.735.4
 1.3%
4th Grade Mathematics (Illini Central Grade School)31.330.8
 0.5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Illini Central CUSD 189)31.330.8
 0.5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)33.527.7
 5.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Illini Central Grade School)39.68
 31.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Illini Central CUSD 189)39.68
 31.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)37.935.2
 2.7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Illini Central Grade School)10.410
 0.4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Illini Central CUSD 189)10.410
 0.4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)29.825.6
 4.2%
5th Grade Science (Illini Central Grade School)53.136
 17.1%
   5th Grade Science (Illini Central CUSD 189)53.136
 17.1%
   5th Grade Science (Illinois)54.452.4
 2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students289252
 12.8%
African American01
American Indian00
Asian01
Hispanic24
 100%
Pacific Islander01
White279240
 14%
Two or More Races85
 37.5%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients29.8%9.9%
 19.8%

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Students who attend Illini Central Grade School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Illini Central Middle School
High : Illini Central High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 252 students attended Illini Central Grade School.

Students at Illini Central Grade School are 95% White, 2% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic.

Illini Central Grade School ranks 1256th of 2067 Illinois elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.


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