Central School District #4 has a PREK-12 enrollment of nearly 975 students. It is located in Iroquois and Kankakee counties in east central Illinois encompassing 174 square miles. Central #4 serves students at Ashkum Early Literacy Center, Chebanse Elementary, John L. Nash Middle School, and Central High School.

District Highlights

• Long tradition of academic excellence with a dedicated focus on educating the whole child
• Well-rounded curricular offering with numerous educational opportunities for the students served
• Strong technology offerings for all students, including virtual high school courses available for additional classwork and credit
• District is fiscally sound and is at 82% Adequacy
• All three schools are designated “Commendable” in 2024 assessment period
• District is a long-time member of the Kankakee Area Career Center, offering additional programs such as aviation, cybersecurity, welding, automotive, and many more specialized offerings
• The district has easy access to I-57 corridor
• Central #4 has a well-established Preschool program that is offered to three and four-year olds
• District currently boasts a small class size of 16 students per classroom
• The communities are extremely proud of their school system as it represents a close-knit feel in a rural setting

District Report Card Information:

CENTRAL CUSD 4 | District Snapshot

Staff Information:

• Total of 76 teachers (45% have Masters or Higher)
• 88% Annual Retention Rate (2024)
• Member of the AFT Local Association
• Status of Contract: 2024-2027

District Website:

               Home | Central CUSD 4

Search Calendar:

• Application Deadline: February 6^th, 2025
• Interviews: February 2025
• Superintendent Start Date” July 1^st, 2025