Central Jr High School vs Douglas Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Jr High School
Belleville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
308 students
Douglas Elem School
Belleville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
233 students
| Measure | Central Jr High School Belleville, Illinois | Douglas Elem School Belleville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 670 | #1526 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #8667 of 15,369 | #39690 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 308 | 233 |
| Enrollment | 308 | 233 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 12% |
| city | Belleville | Belleville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.2 vs 28.2).
- •Central Jr High School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 12%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 27%).
- •Douglas Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 64%).
- •Douglas Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.8).
- •Central Jr High School is the larger school with 308 students compared with 233.
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 Jr High School better than Douglas Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Jr High School ranks higher (45.2 vs 28.2 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 Jr High School and Douglas Elem School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Belleville and Belleville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Jr High School: 308. Douglas Elem School: 233. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Jr High School and Douglas Elem School rank in Illinois?
Central Jr High School is 328th of 670 and Douglas Elem School is 1526th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).