Central 301, the official account of Central Community Unit School District 301 representing Kane and DeKalb counties in Illinois, posted a series of updates between May 2 and May 5, 2026, highlighting school events and encouraging community engagement.
On May 2, Central 301 shared a post about Derby Day activities at Central Middle School: ” Derby Day… Central 301 style. Our CMS staff got in the spirit on Friday with hats, colors, and a little friendly competition to bring some Derby energy into the building. Just another way to keep things fun as we head down the stretch of the school year. #WeAreCentral https://t.co/YYyDvVLSAB”.
The following week on May 4, the district highlighted a sports event: “LUNCHTIME LINEUP: On today’s menu, it’s a baseball battle with Huntley at Rocket Hill. #WeAreCentral https://t.co/tEvE3VPc6v”.
On May 5, Central 301 promoted its communication efforts to keep residents informed: “Our Central 301 community deserve to stay connected. From important updates to everyday moments, our communications are designed with you in mind. Sign up today: https://t.co/VHMAwqxfcU #WeAreCentral https://t.co/P9E4jMzAoL”.
Central Community Unit School District 301 serves several schools in Kane and DeKalb counties including Central High School and Central Middle School (source). According to state data from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), there are approximately 280 teachers employed by the district with an average salary of $58,199; women comprise nearly four-fifths of the teaching staff (source). The district’s student body is diverse: it is about two-thirds White, with Hispanic students making up over sixteen percent and Asian students more than twelve percent (source).
In terms of finances and attendance records for recent years, District 301 spent $19,244 per student in total expenditures during the year 2020 (source). The chronic truancy rate was reported at just under two percent—well below the statewide average—according to ISBE data for that year (source).
