At a glance
Reported students
620
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
35.85
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Illinois elementary enrollment
90th percentile
Compared with 2,323 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
614
Central Road Elem School: 620 reported students.
State peer staffing position
94th percentile
17.3:1 reported; state peer median 13.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 520
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35.25
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.8:1
What the reported data says about Central Road Elem School
Central Road Elem School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Rolling Meadows. It is one of 20 current school records connected to Palatine CCSD 15. NCES reports 620 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,323 elementary schools in Illinois with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 365 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 90th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.3:1, above the Illinois median of 13.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Asian (45.3%) and White (36.8%). English learners represent 38.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Central Road Elem School
- 1How do the reported 17.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 35.85 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 38.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 12.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White36.8%
- Hispanic8.5%
- Black2.7%
- Asian45.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.8%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Palatine CCSD 15
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lake Louise Elem School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
608 reported students
Hunting Ridge Elem School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
639 reported students
Gray M Sanborn Elem School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
661 reported students
Frank C Whiteley Elem School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
663 reported students
Jane Addams Elem School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
567 reported students
Kimball Hill Elem School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
524 reported students
Public schools near Central Road Elem School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Bend Elem School Elementary · Palatine CCSD 15 | PK–05 | 519 | 0.5 mi |
| John G Conyers Learning Academy Elementary · Palatine CCSD 15 | PK–08 | 0 | 0.5 mi |
| Kimball Hill Elem School Elementary · Palatine CCSD 15 | PK–05 | 524 | 1 mi |
| Westgate Elem School Elementary · Arlington Heights SD 25 | KG–05 | 633 | 1.6 mi |
| Juliette Low Elem School Elementary · Comm Cons SD 59 | KG–05 | 274 | 2.1 mi |
| Pleasant Hill Elem School Elementary · Palatine CCSD 15 | PK–05 | 435 | 2.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Central Road Elem School
What grades does Central Road Elem School serve?
Central Road Elem School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Palatine CCSD 15.
How many students attend Central Road Elem School?
Central Road Elem School reported 620 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 90th percentile among 2,323 Illinois elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 520 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Central Road Elem School?
The calculated ratio is 17.3:1, based on 620 students and 35.85 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Illinois median for the same school level is 13.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Central Road Elem School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Central Road Elem School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Palatine CCSD 15 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Central Road Elem School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
12.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Central Road Elem School in?
Central Road Elem School is part of Palatine CCSD 15, based in Palatine, IL, which operates 20 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Central Road Elem School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Willow Bend Elem School (0.5 mi), John G Conyers Learning Academy (0.5 mi), Kimball Hill Elem School (1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.