Central High School vs Proviso East High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 199 km 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
Proviso East High School
Maywood · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,663 students
| Measure | Central High School Champaign, Illinois | Proviso East High School Maywood, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 691 | #550 of 691 |
| National rank | #8619 of 16,910 | #15375 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,666 | 1,663 |
| Enrollment | 1,666 | 1,663 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.4% | 53% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 7% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 4% |
| city | Champaign | Maywood |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.1 vs 19.3).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 4%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 7%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 53%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.7).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,666 students compared with 1,663.
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 Proviso East High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (49.1 vs 19.3 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 Proviso East High School?
About 199 km in a straight line, between Champaign and Maywood in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,666. Proviso East High School: 1,663. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Proviso East High School rank in Illinois?
Central High School is 160th of 691 and Proviso East High School is 550th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).