Benton Cons High School vs Columbia High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 124 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Cons High School
Benton · Public high · Grades 9–12
604 students
Columbia High School
Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
606 students
| Measure | Benton Cons High School Benton, Illinois | Columbia High School Columbia, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #437 of 691 | #67 of 691 |
| National rank | #13420 of 16,910 | #5648 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 604 | 606 |
| Enrollment | 604 | 606 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.2% | 15.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 57% |
| city | Benton | Columbia |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbia High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.6 vs 29.6).
- •Columbia High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 22%).
- •Columbia High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Columbia High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.2% vs 51.2%).
- •Benton Cons High School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.4).
- •Columbia High School is the larger school with 606 students compared with 604.
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 Benton Cons High School better than Columbia High School?
On the Success Index (US), Columbia High School ranks higher (60.6 vs 29.6 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 Benton Cons High School and Columbia High School?
About 124 km in a straight line, between Benton and Columbia in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Cons High School: 604. Columbia High School: 606. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Cons High School and Columbia High School rank in Illinois?
Benton Cons High School is 437th of 691 and Columbia High School is 67th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).