Central Elem School vs Maine East High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.3 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
Maine East High School
Park Ridge · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,921 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois | Maine East High School Park Ridge, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #126 of 2,303 | #323 of 691 |
| National rank | #5537 of 50,301 | #11819 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 322 | 1,921 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 1,921 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.9% | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 34% |
| city | Des Plaines | Park Ridge |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 36.6).
- •Central Elem School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 34%).
- •Central Elem School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 35%).
- •Central Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 14.2).
- •Maine East High School is the larger school with 1,921 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 Maine East High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (79.0 vs 36.6 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 Maine East High School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Des Plaines and Park Ridge in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem School: 322. Maine East High School: 1,921. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and Maine East High School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 126th of 2,303 and Maine East High School is 323rd of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).