Central Elem School vs Dett Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 265 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem School
Lewistown · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
326 students
Dett Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
326 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Lewistown, Illinois | Dett Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1478 of 2,303 | #1854 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #38982 of 50,301 | #44775 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 326 | 326 |
| Enrollment | 326 | 326 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.1% | 82.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 2.5% |
| city | Lewistown | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.3 vs 20.1).
- •Central Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 2.5%).
- •Central Elem School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 7.5%).
- •Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.1% vs 82.5%).
- •Dett Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.0).
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 Dett Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (29.3 vs 20.1 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 Dett Elem School?
About 265 km in a straight line, between Lewistown and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem School: 326. Dett Elem School: 326. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and Dett Elem School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 1478th of 2,303 and Dett Elem School is 1854th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).