Central Elem School vs Indian Trail Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem School
Plainfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
544 students
Indian Trail Middle School
Plainfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
520 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Plainfield, Illinois | Indian Trail Middle School Plainfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #723 of 2,303 | #253 of 670 |
| National rank | #22887 of 50,301 | #7341 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 544 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 544 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.8% | 39.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 38% |
| city | Plainfield | Plainfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.2 vs 51.4).
- •Indian Trail Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 35%).
- •Central Elem School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.8% vs 39.2%).
- •Central Elem School is the larger school with 544 students compared with 520.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Central Elem School better than Indian Trail Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (53.2 vs 51.4 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 Indian Trail Middle School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Plainfield and Plainfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem School: 544. Indian Trail Middle School: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and Indian Trail Middle School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 723rd of 2,303 and Indian Trail Middle School is 253rd of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).