Central Intermediate School vs Hillsboro Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 219 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Intermediate School
Monmouth · Public middle · Grades 4–6
318 students
Hillsboro Jr High School
Hillsboro · Public middle · Grades 6–8
319 students
| Measure | Central Intermediate School Monmouth, Illinois | Hillsboro Jr High School Hillsboro, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #514 of 670 | #313 of 670 |
| National rank | #12296 of 15,369 | #8431 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 318 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 318 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.7% | 46.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 21% |
| city | Monmouth | Hillsboro |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillsboro Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 28.0).
- •Hillsboro Jr High School does better on math proficiency (21% vs 17%).
- •Hillsboro Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 26%).
- •Hillsboro Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.7% vs 59.7%).
- •Hillsboro Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.7).
- •Hillsboro Jr High School is the larger school with 319 students compared with 318.
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 Intermediate School better than Hillsboro Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hillsboro Jr High School ranks higher (46.4 vs 28.0 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 Intermediate School and Hillsboro Jr High School?
About 219 km in a straight line, between Monmouth and Hillsboro in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Intermediate School: 318. Hillsboro Jr High School: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Intermediate School and Hillsboro Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Central Intermediate School is 514th of 670 and Hillsboro Jr High School is 313th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).