Benton Grade Sch 5-8 vs Central Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 9.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Grade Sch 5-8
Benton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
429 students
Central Jr High School
West Frankfort · Public middle · Grades 7–8
215 students
| Measure | Benton Grade Sch 5-8 Benton, Illinois | Central Jr High School West Frankfort, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #505 of 670 | #486 of 670 |
| National rank | #12197 of 15,369 | #11892 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 429 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.1% | 53.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 10% |
| city | Benton | West Frankfort |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.1 vs 28.5).
- •Benton Grade Sch 5-8 does better on math proficiency (18% vs 10%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.5% vs 61.1%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 12.6).
- •Benton Grade Sch 5-8 is the larger school with 429 students compared with 215.
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 Grade Sch 5-8 better than Central Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Jr High School ranks higher (30.1 vs 28.5 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 Grade Sch 5-8 and Central Jr High School?
About 9.3 km in a straight line, between Benton and West Frankfort in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8: 429. Central Jr High School: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Grade Sch 5-8 and Central Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8 is 505th of 670 and Central Jr High School is 486th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).