Central Jr High School vs East Peoria High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 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
East Peoria High School
East Peoria · Public high · Grades 9–12
823 students
| Measure | Central Jr High School East Peoria, Illinois | East Peoria High School East Peoria, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #359 of 670 | #459 of 691 |
| National rank | #9525 of 15,369 | #13758 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 434 | 823 |
| Enrollment | 434 | 823 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 56.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 23% |
| city | East Peoria | East Peoria |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.3 vs 28.0).
- •East Peoria High School does better on math proficiency (23% vs 19%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 24%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 56.3%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.4).
- •East Peoria High School is the larger school with 823 students compared with 434.
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 East Peoria High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Jr High School ranks higher (41.3 vs 28.0 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 East Peoria High School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between East Peoria and East Peoria in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Jr High School: 434. East Peoria High School: 823. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Jr High School and East Peoria High School rank in Illinois?
Central Jr High School is 359th of 670 and East Peoria High School is 459th of 691 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).