Central Elem School vs Chippewa Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem School
Des Plaines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
322 students
Chippewa Middle School
Des Plaines · Public middle · Grades 6–8
652 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois | Chippewa Middle School Des Plaines, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #126 of 2,303 | #172 of 670 |
| National rank | #5537 of 50,301 | #5387 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 322 | 652 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 652 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.9% | 58% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 39% |
| city | Des Plaines | Des Plaines |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 60.4).
- •Central Elem School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 39%).
- •Central Elem School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 61%).
- •Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 58%).
- •Chippewa Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 11.5).
- •Chippewa Middle School is the larger school with 652 students compared with 322.
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 School better than Chippewa Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (79.0 vs 60.4 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 School and Chippewa Middle School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Des Plaines and Des Plaines in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem School: 322. Chippewa Middle School: 652. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and Chippewa Middle School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 126th of 2,303 and Chippewa Middle School is 172nd of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).