Central Elem School vs McCutcheon Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 273 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
McCutcheon Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
326 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Lewistown, Illinois | McCutcheon Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1478 of 2,303 | #1551 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #38982 of 50,301 | #40091 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% | 85.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 8.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | Lewistown | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.3 vs 27.5).
- •McCutcheon Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •McCutcheon Elem School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.1% vs 85.6%).
- •McCutcheon Elem School does better on students per teacher (8.6 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 McCutcheon Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (29.3 vs 27.5 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 McCutcheon Elem School?
About 273 km in a straight line, between Lewistown and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem School: 326. McCutcheon Elem School: 326. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and McCutcheon Elem School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 1478th of 2,303 and McCutcheon Elem School is 1551st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).