Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Amboy Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Amboy Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Amboy Central Elementary School's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
Amboy Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amboy Central Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Amboy Central Elementary School's ranking?
Amboy Central Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Amboy Central Elementary School often compared to?
Amboy Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton-franklin Center Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Amboy Central Elementary School?
282 students attend Amboy Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Amboy Central Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amboy Central Elementary School?
Amboy Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amboy Central Elementary School offer ?
Amboy Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Amboy Central Elementary School part of?
Amboy Central Elementary School is part of Amboy Community Unit School District 272.
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