Centennial High School vs Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 307 m 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
Jefferson Middle School
Champaign · Public middle · Grades 6–8
711 students
| Measure | Centennial High School Champaign, Illinois | Jefferson Middle School Champaign, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 691 | #487 of 670 |
| National rank | #10383 of 16,910 | #11900 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,476 | 711 |
| Enrollment | 1,476 | 711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.4% | 59.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 22% |
| city | Champaign | Champaign |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Centennial High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.3 vs 30.1).
- •Centennial High School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 22%).
- •Centennial High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 29%).
- •Centennial High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.4% vs 59.5%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.5).
- •Centennial High School is the larger school with 1,476 students compared with 711.
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 Centennial High School better than Jefferson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Centennial High School ranks higher (42.3 vs 30.1 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 Jefferson Middle School?
About 307 m in a straight line, between Champaign and Champaign in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centennial High School: 1,476. Jefferson Middle School: 711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centennial High School and Jefferson Middle School rank in Illinois?
Centennial High School is 237th of 691 and Jefferson Middle School is 487th of 670 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).