Central Jr High School vs Parkview Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle 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
East Peoria · Public middle · Grades 6–8
434 students
Parkview Jr High School
Creve Coeur · Public middle · Grades 5–8
193 students
| Measure | Central Jr High School East Peoria, Illinois | Parkview Jr High School Creve Coeur, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #359 of 670 | #599 of 670 |
| National rank | #9525 of 15,369 | #13774 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 434 | 193 |
| Enrollment | 434 | 193 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 78.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 11% |
| city | East Peoria | Creve Coeur |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.3 vs 20.0).
- •Central Jr High School does better on math proficiency (19% vs 11%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 16%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 78.2%).
- •Parkview Jr High School does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 11.1).
- •Central Jr High School is the larger school with 434 students compared with 193.
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 Parkview Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Jr High School ranks higher (41.3 vs 20.0 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 Parkview Jr High School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between East Peoria and Creve Coeur in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Jr High School: 434. Parkview Jr High School: 193. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Jr High School and Parkview Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Central Jr High School is 359th of 670 and Parkview Jr High School is 599th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).