Blackhawk Elementary School vs Illini Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 260 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackhawk Elementary School
South Beloit · Public middle · Grades 5–6
139 students
Illini Central Middle School
Mason City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
139 students
| Measure | Blackhawk Elementary School South Beloit, Illinois | Illini Central Middle School Mason City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #438 of 670 | #387 of 670 |
| National rank | #11038 of 15,369 | #10163 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 139 | 139 |
| Enrollment | 139 | 139 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.4% | 45.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | South Beloit | Mason City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Illini Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 34.1).
- •Illini Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Blackhawk Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Illini Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.3% vs 50.4%).
- •Illini Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 17.4).
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 Elementary School better than Illini Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Illini Central Middle School ranks higher (38.5 vs 34.1 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 Elementary School and Illini Central Middle School?
About 260 km in a straight line, between South Beloit and Mason City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackhawk Elementary School: 139. Illini Central Middle School: 139. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackhawk Elementary School and Illini Central Middle School rank in Illinois?
Blackhawk Elementary School is 438th of 670 and Illini Central Middle School is 387th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).