Central Grade School vs Early Learning Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Grade School
Effingham · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
547 students
Early Learning Center
Effingham · Public elementary · Grades K–K
175 students
| Measure | Central Grade School Effingham, Illinois | Early Learning Center Effingham, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1234 of 2,303 | #240 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #34501 of 50,301 | #9708 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades K–K |
| Students | 547 | 175 |
| Enrollment | 547 | 175 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 40% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | – |
| Math proficiency | 19% | – |
| city | Effingham | Effingham |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Early Learning Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.3 vs 36.2).
- •Early Learning Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40% vs 47.3%).
- •Early Learning Center does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.0).
- •Central Grade School is the larger school with 547 students compared with 175.
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 Grade School better than Early Learning Center?
On the Success Index (US), Early Learning Center ranks higher (72.3 vs 36.2 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 Grade School and Early Learning Center?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Effingham and Effingham in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Grade School: 547. Early Learning Center: 175. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Grade School and Early Learning Center rank in Illinois?
Central Grade School is 1234th of 2,303 and Early Learning Center is 240th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).