Central Jr High School vs Eureka Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 26 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
Eureka Middle School
Eureka · Public middle · Grades 5–8
436 students
| Measure | Central Jr High School East Peoria, Illinois | Eureka Middle School Eureka, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #359 of 670 | #163 of 670 |
| National rank | #9525 of 15,369 | #5043 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 434 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 434 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 25.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 40% |
| city | East Peoria | Eureka |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eureka Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.0 vs 41.3).
- •Eureka Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 19%).
- •Eureka Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 39%).
- •Eureka Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.5% vs 46.5%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 15.0).
- •Eureka Middle School is the larger school with 436 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 Eureka Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Eureka Middle School ranks higher (62.0 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 Eureka Middle School?
About 26 km in a straight line, between East Peoria and Eureka in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Jr High School: 434. Eureka Middle School: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Jr High School and Eureka Middle School rank in Illinois?
Central Jr High School is 359th of 670 and Eureka Middle School is 163rd of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).