Central High School vs Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 462 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Burilngton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,575 students
Central Middle School
Burlington · Public middle · Grades 8–8
418 students
| Measure | Central High School Burilngton, Illinois | Central Middle School Burlington, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #71 of 691 | #58 of 670 |
| National rank | #5894 of 16,910 | #2228 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 8–8 |
| Students | 1,575 | 418 |
| Enrollment | 1,575 | 418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.1% | 16.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 63% |
| city | Burilngton | Burlington |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.7 vs 59.6).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 50%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 50%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.5% vs 17.1%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 19.0).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,575 students compared with 418.
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 High School better than Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (75.7 vs 59.6 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 High School and Central Middle School?
About 462 m in a straight line, between Burilngton and Burlington in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,575. Central Middle School: 418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Central Middle School rank in Illinois?
Central High School is 71st of 691 and Central Middle School is 58th of 670 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).