Center Street Elem School vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 79 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Center Street Elem School
Fairfield · Public middle · Grades 4–8
296 students
Washington Middle School
Johnston City · Public middle · Grades 5–8
296 students
| Measure | Center Street Elem School Fairfield, Illinois | Washington Middle School Johnston City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 670 | #539 of 670 |
| National rank | #10359 of 15,369 | #12828 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 296 | 296 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 296 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.2% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 17% |
| city | Fairfield | Johnston City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Center Street Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.5 vs 25.2).
- •Center Street Elem School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 17%).
- •Center Street Elem School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 20%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 67.2%).
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 Center Street Elem School better than Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Center Street Elem School ranks higher (37.5 vs 25.2 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 Center Street Elem School and Washington Middle School?
About 79 km in a straight line, between Fairfield and Johnston City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Center Street Elem School: 296. Washington Middle School: 296. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Center Street Elem School and Washington Middle School rank in Illinois?
Center Street Elem School is 397th of 670 and Washington Middle School is 539th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).