Central High School vs Senn High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 68 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
Senn High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,571 students
| Measure | Central High School Burilngton, Illinois | Senn High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #71 of 691 | #425 of 691 |
| National rank | #5894 of 16,910 | #13302 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,575 | 1,571 |
| Enrollment | 1,575 | 1,571 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.1% | 73.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 30% |
| city | Burilngton | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 30.2).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 30%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 35%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.1% vs 73.6%).
- •Senn High School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 18.5).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,575 students compared with 1,571.
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 Senn High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (59.6 vs 30.2 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 High School and Senn High School?
About 68 km in a straight line, between Burilngton and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,575. Senn High School: 1,571. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Senn High School rank in Illinois?
Central High School is 71st of 691 and Senn High School is 425th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).