Central High School vs Country Trails Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 8.7 km 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
Country Trails Elem
Elgin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
751 students
| Measure | Central High School Burilngton, Illinois | Country Trails Elem Elgin, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #71 of 691 | #510 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #5894 of 16,910 | #17914 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,575 | 751 |
| Enrollment | 1,575 | 751 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.1% | 17.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 49% |
| city | Burilngton | Elgin |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (59.6 vs 60.4).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 49%).
- •Country Trails Elem does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 50%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.1% vs 17.6%).
- •Country Trails Elem does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 18.5).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,575 students compared with 751.
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 Country Trails Elem?
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 High School and Country Trails Elem?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Burilngton and Elgin in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,575. Country Trails Elem: 751. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Country Trails Elem rank in Illinois?
Central High School is 71st of 691 and Country Trails Elem is 510th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).