Algonquin Middle School vs Central Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Algonquin Middle School
Des Plaines · Public middle · Grades 6–8
597 students
Central Elem School
Des Plaines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
322 students
| Measure | Algonquin Middle School Des Plaines, Illinois | Central Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #241 of 670 | #126 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #7117 of 15,369 | #5537 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 597 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 597 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.3% | 37.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 62% |
| city | Des Plaines | Des Plaines |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 52.3).
- •Central Elem School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 34%).
- •Central Elem School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 51%).
- •Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 57.3%).
- •Algonquin Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 11.5).
- •Algonquin Middle School is the larger school with 597 students compared with 322.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Algonquin Middle School better than Central Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (79.0 vs 52.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Algonquin Middle School and Central Elem School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Des Plaines and Des Plaines in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Algonquin Middle School: 597. Central Elem School: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Algonquin Middle School and Central Elem School rank in Illinois?
Algonquin Middle School is 241st of 670 and Central Elem School is 126th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).