Central Elem vs Central Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 8 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem
Kewanee · Public middle · Grades 4–6
353 students
Central Junior High
Kewanee · Public middle · Grades 7–8
235 students
| Measure | Central Elem Kewanee, Illinois | Central Junior High Kewanee, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #574 of 670 | #418 of 670 |
| National rank | #13354 of 15,369 | #10681 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 353 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 353 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.8% | 74% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 14% |
| city | Kewanee | Kewanee |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Junior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.8 vs 22.3).
- •Central Elem does better on math proficiency (16% vs 14%).
- •Central Junior High does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 29%).
- •Central Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.8% vs 74%).
- •Central Junior High does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.7).
- •Central Elem is the larger school with 353 students compared with 235.
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 Elem better than Central Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), Central Junior High ranks higher (35.8 vs 22.3 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 Central Elem and Central Junior High?
About 8 m in a straight line, between Kewanee and Kewanee in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem: 353. Central Junior High: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem and Central Junior High rank in Illinois?
Central Elem is 574th of 670 and Central Junior High is 418th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).