Cambridge Jr/Sr High School vs Midwest Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 104 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cambridge Jr/Sr High School
Cambridge · Public high · Grades 6–12
237 students
Midwest Central High School
Manito · Public high · Grades 9–12
235 students
| Measure | Cambridge Jr/Sr High School Cambridge, Illinois | Midwest Central High School Manito, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #408 of 691 | #345 of 691 |
| National rank | #13070 of 16,910 | #12280 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 237 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 237 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.1% | 47.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | Cambridge | Manito |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Midwest Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.6 vs 31.2).
- •Midwest Central High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Midwest Central High School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Midwest Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.7% vs 48.1%).
- •Midwest Central High School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 11.3).
- •Cambridge Jr/Sr High School is the larger school with 237 students compared with 235.
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 Cambridge Jr/Sr High School better than Midwest Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Midwest Central High School ranks higher (34.6 vs 31.2 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 Cambridge Jr/Sr High School and Midwest Central High School?
About 104 km in a straight line, between Cambridge and Manito in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cambridge Jr/Sr High School: 237. Midwest Central High School: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cambridge Jr/Sr High School and Midwest Central High School rank in Illinois?
Cambridge Jr/Sr High School is 408th of 691 and Midwest Central High School is 345th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).