Central Elem vs Shepherd Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 92 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
Shepherd Middle School
Ottawa · Public middle · Grades 7–8
353 students
| Measure | Central Elem Kewanee, Illinois | Shepherd Middle School Ottawa, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #574 of 670 | #414 of 670 |
| National rank | #13354 of 15,369 | #10613 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 353 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 353 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.8% | 54.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 27% |
| city | Kewanee | Ottawa |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shepherd Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.2 vs 22.3).
- •Shepherd Middle School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 16%).
- •Shepherd Middle School does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 29%).
- •Shepherd Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.7% vs 72.8%).
- •Shepherd Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.7).
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 Shepherd Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Shepherd Middle School ranks higher (36.2 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 Shepherd Middle School?
About 92 km in a straight line, between Kewanee and Ottawa in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem: 353. Shepherd Middle School: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem and Shepherd Middle School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem is 574th of 670 and Shepherd Middle School is 414th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).