Central Intermediate School vs Grand Ridge School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 9.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Intermediate School
Ottawa · Public middle · Grades 5–6
339 students
Grand Ridge School
Grand Ridge · Public elementary · Grades K–8
212 students
| Measure | Central Intermediate School Ottawa, Illinois | Grand Ridge School Grand Ridge, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #428 of 670 | #449 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #10868 of 15,369 | #15986 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 339 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 339 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.3% | 34.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | Ottawa | Grand Ridge |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grand Ridge School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.2 vs 34.9).
- •Grand Ridge School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Grand Ridge School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 35%).
- •Grand Ridge School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.4% vs 56.3%).
- •Grand Ridge School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 12.6).
- •Central Intermediate School is the larger school with 339 students compared with 212.
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 Grand Ridge School?
On the Success Index (US), Grand Ridge School ranks higher (63.2 vs 34.9 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 Grand Ridge School?
About 9.4 km in a straight line, between Ottawa and Grand Ridge in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Intermediate School: 339. Grand Ridge School: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Intermediate School and Grand Ridge School rank in Illinois?
Central Intermediate School is 428th of 670 and Grand Ridge School is 449th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).