Central Elem School vs Forest Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.9 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
Forest Elem School
Des Plaines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
658 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois | Forest Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #126 of 2,303 | #569 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #5537 of 50,301 | #19427 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 322 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.9% | 50.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| city | Des Plaines | Des Plaines |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 58.2).
- •Central Elem School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Central Elem School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 52%).
- •Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 50.3%).
- •Central Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.4).
- •Forest Elem School is the larger school with 658 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 Forest Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (79.0 vs 58.2 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 Forest Elem School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Des Plaines and Des Plaines in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem School: 322. Forest Elem School: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and Forest Elem School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 126th of 2,303 and Forest Elem School is 569th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).