Central Elem School vs Cumberland Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.5 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
Cumberland Elem School
Des Plaines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
279 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois | Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #126 of 2,303 | #123 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #5537 of 50,301 | #5468 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 322 | 279 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.9% | 36.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 6.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| city | Des Plaines | Des Plaines |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.0 vs 79.1).
- •Central Elem School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Cumberland Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.9% vs 37.9%).
- •Cumberland Elem School does better on students per teacher (6.8 vs 11.5).
- •Central Elem School is the larger school with 322 students compared with 279.
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 Cumberland Elem 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 School and Cumberland Elem School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Des Plaines and Des Plaines in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem School: 322. Cumberland Elem School: 279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and Cumberland Elem School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 126th of 2,303 and Cumberland Elem School is 123rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).