Blackhawk Elem School vs Central Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackhawk Elem School
Freeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
361 students
Central Elem School
Pontiac · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
361 students
| Measure | Blackhawk Elem School Freeport, Illinois | Central Elem School Pontiac, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1638 of 2,303 | #799 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #41564 of 50,301 | #24512 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–1 |
| Students | 361 | 361 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 67.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Freeport | Pontiac |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.9 vs 25.2).
- •Blackhawk Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.8% vs 67.3%).
- •Central Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.4).
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 Blackhawk Elem School better than Central Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (50.9 vs 25.2 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 Blackhawk Elem School and Central Elem School?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Freeport and Pontiac in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackhawk Elem School: 361. Central Elem School: 361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackhawk Elem School and Central Elem School rank in Illinois?
Blackhawk Elem School is 1638th of 2,303 and Central Elem School is 799th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).