Central High School vs Eastland Jr/Sr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 203 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Clifton · Public high · Grades 9–12
298 students
Eastland Jr/Sr High School
Lanark · Public high · Grades 7–12
298 students
| Measure | Central High School Clifton, Illinois | Eastland Jr/Sr High School Lanark, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #204 of 691 | #94 of 691 |
| National rank | #9674 of 16,910 | #6653 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 298 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 298 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.9% | 40.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| city | Clifton | Lanark |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eastland Jr/Sr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.6 vs 45.0).
- •Eastland Jr/Sr High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Eastland Jr/Sr High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 40.9%).
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 Eastland Jr/Sr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Eastland Jr/Sr High School ranks higher (56.6 vs 45.0 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 Eastland Jr/Sr High School?
About 203 km in a straight line, between Clifton and Lanark in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 298. Eastland Jr/Sr High School: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Eastland Jr/Sr High School rank in Illinois?
Central High School is 204th of 691 and Eastland Jr/Sr High School is 94th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).