Central Primary Sch vs J L Hensey Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 5.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Primary Sch
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
700 students
J L Hensey Elem School
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
262 students
| Measure | Central Primary Sch Washington, Illinois | J L Hensey Elem School Washington, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #188 of 2,303 | #1583 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #8007 of 50,301 | #40712 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 700 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 700 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.4% | 58% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 17% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Primary Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.9 vs 26.5).
- •Central Primary Sch does better on math proficiency (72% vs 17%).
- •Central Primary Sch does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 12%).
- •Central Primary Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 58%).
- •J L Hensey Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 16.3).
- •Central Primary Sch is the larger school with 700 students compared with 262.
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 Primary Sch better than J L Hensey Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Primary Sch ranks higher (74.9 vs 26.5 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 Primary Sch and J L Hensey Elem School?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Primary Sch: 700. J L Hensey Elem School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Primary Sch and J L Hensey Elem School rank in Illinois?
Central Primary Sch is 188th of 2,303 and J L Hensey Elem School is 1583rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).