Central Elem School vs Plainfield 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
Plainfield Elem School
Des Plaines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
285 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois | Plainfield Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #126 of 2,303 | #534 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #5537 of 50,301 | #18491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 322 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.9% | 61.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 57% |
| 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 59.6).
- •Central Elem School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Central Elem School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 61.1%).
- •Plainfield Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 11.5).
- •Central Elem School is the larger school with 322 students compared with 285.
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 Plainfield Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (79.0 vs 59.6 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 Plainfield 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. Plainfield Elem School: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and Plainfield Elem School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 126th of 2,303 and Plainfield Elem School is 534th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).