Central Elem vs Lyle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem
Kewanee · Public middle · Grades 4–6
353 students
Lyle School
Kewanee · Public other · Grades PK–PK
173 students
| Measure | Central Elem Kewanee, Illinois | Lyle School Kewanee, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #574 of 670 | – |
| National rank | #13354 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 353 | 173 |
| Enrollment | 353 | 173 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.8% | 73.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 34.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | – |
| Math proficiency | 16% | – |
| city | Kewanee | Kewanee |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.8% vs 73.4%).
- •Central Elem does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 34.6).
- •Central Elem is the larger school with 353 students compared with 173.
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 Lyle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Elem and Lyle School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Kewanee and Kewanee in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem: 353. Lyle School: 173. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem and Lyle School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem is 574th of 670 and Lyle School is unranked among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).