Butler Elem School vs Prairie Central Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 145 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Butler Elem School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
Prairie Central Elem School
Fairbury · Public elementary · Grades 2–4
367 students
| Measure | Butler Elem School Springfield, Illinois | Prairie Central Elem School Fairbury, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1341 of 2,303 | #803 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #36357 of 50,301 | #24553 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 2–4 |
| Students | 367 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 367 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.9% | 44.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| city | Springfield | Fairbury |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prairie Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.9 vs 33.3).
- •Prairie Central Elem School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Prairie Central Elem School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Prairie Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 56.9%).
- •Prairie Central Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.1).
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 Butler Elem School better than Prairie Central Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Prairie Central Elem School ranks higher (50.9 vs 33.3 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 Butler Elem School and Prairie Central Elem School?
About 145 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Fairbury in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Butler Elem School: 367. Prairie Central Elem School: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Butler Elem School and Prairie Central Elem School rank in Illinois?
Butler Elem School is 1341st of 2,303 and Prairie Central Elem School is 803rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).