Central High School vs Edison Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 810 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Champaign · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,666 students
Edison Middle School
Champaign · Public middle · Grades 6–8
647 students
| Measure | Central High School Champaign, Illinois | Edison Middle School Champaign, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 691 | #468 of 670 |
| National rank | #8619 of 16,910 | #11565 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,666 | 647 |
| Enrollment | 1,666 | 647 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.4% | 49.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 25% |
| city | Champaign | Champaign |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.1 vs 31.7).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 25%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 29%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 49.9%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.0).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,666 students compared with 647.
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 Edison Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (49.1 vs 31.7 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 Edison Middle School?
About 810 m in a straight line, between Champaign and Champaign in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,666. Edison Middle School: 647. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Edison Middle School rank in Illinois?
Central High School is 160th of 691 and Edison Middle School is 468th of 670 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).