Cantrall Intermediate School vs Serena Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 190 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cantrall Intermediate School
Cantrall · Public middle · Grades 4–6
184 students
Serena Middle School
Serena · Public middle · Grades 5–8
184 students
| Measure | Cantrall Intermediate School Cantrall, Illinois | Serena Middle School Serena, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #249 of 670 | #479 of 670 |
| National rank | #7299 of 15,369 | #11777 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 184 | 184 |
| Enrollment | 184 | 184 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.8% | 44.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 17% |
| city | Cantrall | Serena |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cantrall Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.5 vs 30.8).
- •Cantrall Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 17%).
- •Cantrall Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Cantrall Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.8% vs 44.6%).
- •Serena Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.2).
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 Cantrall Intermediate School better than Serena Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Cantrall Intermediate School ranks higher (51.5 vs 30.8 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 Cantrall Intermediate School and Serena Middle School?
About 190 km in a straight line, between Cantrall and Serena in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cantrall Intermediate School: 184. Serena Middle School: 184. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cantrall Intermediate School and Serena Middle School rank in Illinois?
Cantrall Intermediate School is 249th of 670 and Serena Middle School is 479th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).