Balmoral Elem Sch vs Columbia Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Balmoral Elem Sch
Crete · Public elementary · Grades K–5
472 students
Columbia Central School
Steger · Public middle · Grades 5–8
646 students
| Measure | Balmoral Elem Sch Crete, Illinois | Columbia Central School Steger, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1958 of 2,303 | #586 of 670 |
| National rank | #46043 of 50,301 | #13545 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 472 | 646 |
| Enrollment | 472 | 646 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.5% | 56.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 11% |
| city | Crete | Steger |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbia Central School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.4 vs 18.0).
- •Balmoral Elem Sch does better on math proficiency (16% vs 11%).
- •Columbia Central School does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 22%).
- •Columbia Central School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.3% vs 72.5%).
- •Balmoral Elem Sch does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 16.6).
- •Columbia Central School is the larger school with 646 students compared with 472.
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 Balmoral Elem Sch better than Columbia Central School?
On the Success Index (US), Columbia Central School ranks higher (21.4 vs 18.0 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 Balmoral Elem Sch and Columbia Central School?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Crete and Steger in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Balmoral Elem Sch: 472. Columbia Central School: 646. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Balmoral Elem Sch and Columbia Central School rank in Illinois?
Balmoral Elem Sch is 1958th of 2,303 and Columbia Central School is 586th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).