Central Grade School vs Effingham Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 5.6 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 Junior High School
Effingham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
458 students
| Measure | Central Grade School Effingham, Illinois | Effingham Junior High School Effingham, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1234 of 2,303 | #415 of 670 |
| National rank | #34501 of 50,301 | #10623 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 547 | 458 |
| Enrollment | 547 | 458 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 43.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 24% |
| city | Effingham | Effingham |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.2 vs 36.1).
- •Effingham Junior High School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 19%).
- •Central Grade School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 28%).
- •Effingham Junior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.7% vs 47.3%).
- •Central Grade School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.1).
- •Central Grade School is the larger school with 547 students compared with 458.
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 Junior High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Grade School and Effingham Junior High School?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Effingham and Effingham in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Grade School: 547. Effingham Junior High School: 458. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Grade School and Effingham Junior High School rank in Illinois?
Central Grade School is 1234th of 2,303 and Effingham Junior High School is 415th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).