Athens Sr High School vs Cumberland High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 152 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athens Sr High School
Athens ยท Public high ยท Grades 9โ12
299 students
Cumberland High School
Toledo ยท Public high ยท Grades 9โ12
303 students
| Measure | Athens Sr High School Athens, Illinois | Cumberland High School Toledo, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #242 of 691 | #235 of 691 |
| National rank | #10491 of 16,910 | #10359 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9โ12 | Grades 9โ12 |
| Students | 299 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 299 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.8% | 35.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Athens | Toledo |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.9 vs 42.4).
- โขCumberland High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- โขAthens Sr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.8% vs 35.6%).
- โขCumberland High School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.6).
- โขCumberland High School is the larger school with 303 students compared with 299.
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 Athens Sr High School better than Cumberland High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Athens Sr High School and Cumberland High School?
About 152 km in a straight line, between Athens and Toledo in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens Sr High School: 299. Cumberland High School: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens Sr High School and Cumberland High School rank in Illinois?
Athens Sr High School is 242nd of 691 and Cumberland High School is 235th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).