Canton High School vs University High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 88 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canton High School
Canton · Public high · Grades 9–12
612 students
University High School
Normal · Public high · Grades 9–12
624 students
| Measure | Canton High School Canton, Illinois | University High School Normal, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #275 of 691 | #170 of 691 |
| National rank | #11022 of 16,910 | #8960 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 612 | 624 |
| Enrollment | 612 | 624 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Canton | Normal |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.9 vs 39.7).
- •Canton High School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.2).
- •University High School is the larger school with 624 students compared with 612.
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 Canton High School better than University High School?
On the Success Index (US), University High School ranks higher (47.9 vs 39.7 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 Canton High School and University High School?
About 88 km in a straight line, between Canton and Normal in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canton High School: 612. University High School: 624. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canton High School and University High School rank in Illinois?
Canton High School is 275th of 691 and University High School is 170th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).