Centennial High School vs Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Centennial High School
Champaign · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,476 students
Central High School
Champaign · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,666 students
| Measure | Centennial High School Champaign, Illinois | Central High School Champaign, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 691 | #160 of 691 |
| National rank | #10383 of 16,910 | #8619 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,476 | 1,666 |
| Enrollment | 1,476 | 1,666 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.4% | 44.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 41% |
| city | Champaign | Champaign |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.1 vs 42.3).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 36%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 51.4%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.5).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,666 students compared with 1,476.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Centennial High School better than Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (49.1 vs 42.3 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 Centennial High School and Central High School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Champaign and Champaign in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centennial High School: 1,476. Central High School: 1,666. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centennial High School and Central High School rank in Illinois?
Centennial High School is 237th of 691 and Central High School is 160th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).