Central High School vs John L Nash Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 17 m 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
John L Nash Middle School
Clifton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
278 students
| Measure | Central High School Clifton, Illinois | John L Nash Middle School Clifton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #204 of 691 | #379 of 670 |
| National rank | #9674 of 16,910 | #9992 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 298 | 278 |
| Enrollment | 298 | 278 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.9% | 41.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 20% |
| city | Clifton | Clifton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.0 vs 39.2).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 20%).
- •John L Nash Middle School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 41.4%).
- •John L Nash Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.4).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 298 students compared with 278.
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 John L Nash Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (45.0 vs 39.2 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 John L Nash Middle School?
About 17 m in a straight line, between Clifton and Clifton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 298. John L Nash Middle School: 278. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and John L Nash Middle School rank in Illinois?
Central High School is 204th of 691 and John L Nash Middle School is 379th of 670 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).