Central Jr High School vs Don D Shute Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Jr High School
East Peoria · Public middle · Grades 6–8
434 students
Don D Shute Elem School
East Peoria · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
206 students
| Measure | Central Jr High School East Peoria, Illinois | Don D Shute Elem School East Peoria, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #359 of 670 | #505 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #9525 of 15,369 | #17782 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 434 | 206 |
| Enrollment | 434 | 206 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | – |
| Math proficiency | 19% | – |
| city | East Peoria | East Peoria |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Don D Shute Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.6 vs 41.3).
- •Central Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 60.2%).
- •Don D Shute Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.1).
- •Central Jr High School is the larger school with 434 students compared with 206.
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 Don D Shute Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Don D Shute Elem School ranks higher (60.6 vs 41.3 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 Don D Shute Elem School?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between East Peoria and East Peoria in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Jr High School: 434. Don D Shute Elem School: 206. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Jr High School and Don D Shute Elem School rank in Illinois?
Central Jr High School is 359th of 670 and Don D Shute Elem School is 505th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).