Central A & M High School vs Meridian High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 8.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central A & M High School
Moweaqua · Public high · Grades 9–12
215 students
Meridian High School
Macon · Public high · Grades 9–12
287 students
| Measure | Central A & M High School Moweaqua, Illinois | Meridian High School Macon, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #232 of 691 | #330 of 691 |
| National rank | #10302 of 16,910 | #11970 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 215 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 215 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.6% | 43.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 34.5% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 24.5% |
| city | Moweaqua | Macon |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central A & M High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.6 vs 36.0).
- •Central A & M High School does better on reading proficiency (34.5% vs 24.5%).
- •Central A & M High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.6% vs 43.6%).
- •Central A & M High School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.5).
- •Meridian High School is the larger school with 287 students compared with 215.
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 Central A & M High School better than Meridian High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central A & M High School ranks higher (42.6 vs 36.0 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 Central A & M High School and Meridian High School?
About 8.1 km in a straight line, between Moweaqua and Macon in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central A & M High School: 215. Meridian High School: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central A & M High School and Meridian High School rank in Illinois?
Central A & M High School is 232nd of 691 and Meridian High School is 330th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).