School Overview
Central Elementary School, located at 215 E Central Blvd in Kewanee, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Kewanee Community Unit School District 229. As an elementary school, it focuses on the developmental needs of young learners, typically providing a curriculum centered on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is situated in a central part of the community, reflecting its role as a neighborhood hub designed to foster early academic growth, social-emotional development, and foundational learning habits for children in their formative years.

Beyond the standard classroom curriculum, Central Elementary is committed to creating a supportive environment that prepares students for the transition to middle school. Like many schools in the Kewanee district, it emphasizes a sense of community and partnership between educators, students, and families. The school environment is structured to help children build essential communication and critical thinking skills, ensuring that each student receives the personalized attention necessary to succeed in a safe and inclusive setting.
344
Total Students
27.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Central Elem
Demographic Student Count
White198
Hispanic92
Black24
Two or More28
American Indian2
  • White
    198 (57.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    92 (26.7 %)
  • Two or More
    28 (8.1 %)
  • Black
    24 (7.0 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Kewanee CUSD 229
Phone: (309)853-4290
Website: http://kcud229.org
Grade Range: 4th - 6th
Total Students: 344
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 4 122
Grade 5 114
Grade 6 108

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Central Elem
Grade Student Count
Grade 4122
Grade 5114
Grade 6108
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Central Elem
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17049.4%
Male17450.6%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)