Central Intermediate School vs Lakeview Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 83 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
Lakeview Jr High School
Downers Grove · Public middle · Grades 6–8
340 students
| Measure | Central Intermediate School Ottawa, Illinois | Lakeview Jr High School Downers Grove, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #428 of 670 | #81 of 670 |
| National rank | #10868 of 15,369 | #2876 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 339 | 340 |
| Enrollment | 339 | 340 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.3% | 17.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 43% |
| city | Ottawa | Downers Grove |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakeview Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.3 vs 34.9).
- •Lakeview Jr High School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 22%).
- •Lakeview Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 35%).
- •Lakeview Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.9% vs 56.3%).
- •Lakeview Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 12.6).
- •Lakeview Jr High School is the larger school with 340 students compared with 339.
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 Lakeview Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lakeview Jr High School ranks higher (72.3 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 Lakeview Jr High School?
About 83 km in a straight line, between Ottawa and Downers Grove in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Intermediate School: 339. Lakeview Jr High School: 340. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Intermediate School and Lakeview Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Central Intermediate School is 428th of 670 and Lakeview Jr High School is 81st of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).