Central Intermediate School vs Jefferson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 4.1 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
Jefferson Elem School
Ottawa · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
304 students
| Measure | Central Intermediate School Ottawa, Illinois | Jefferson Elem School Ottawa, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #428 of 670 | #1542 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #10868 of 15,369 | #39969 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 339 | 304 |
| Enrollment | 339 | 304 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.3% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Ottawa | Ottawa |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.9 vs 27.7).
- •Central Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 27%).
- •Central Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.3% vs 64.8%).
- •Central Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.8).
- •Central Intermediate School is the larger school with 339 students compared with 304.
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 Jefferson Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Intermediate School ranks higher (34.9 vs 27.7 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 Jefferson Elem School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Ottawa and Ottawa in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Intermediate School: 339. Jefferson Elem School: 304. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Intermediate School and Jefferson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Central Intermediate School is 428th of 670 and Jefferson Elem School is 1542nd of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).