Central Grade School vs Effingham High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 5.3 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
Effingham High School
Effingham · Public high · Grades 9–12
712 students
| Measure | Central Grade School Effingham, Illinois | Effingham High School Effingham, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1234 of 2,303 | #202 of 691 |
| National rank | #34501 of 50,301 | #9638 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 547 | 712 |
| Enrollment | 547 | 712 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 36.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 32% |
| city | Effingham | Effingham |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Effingham High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.2 vs 36.2).
- •Effingham High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 19%).
- •Effingham High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •Effingham High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.5% vs 47.3%).
- •Central Grade School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.2).
- •Effingham High School is the larger school with 712 students compared with 547.
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 Effingham High School?
On the Success Index (US), Effingham High School ranks higher (45.2 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 Effingham High School?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Effingham and Effingham in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Grade School: 547. Effingham High School: 712. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Grade School and Effingham High School rank in Illinois?
Central Grade School is 1234th of 2,303 and Effingham High School is 202nd of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).