Christopher High vs Sangamon Valley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 209 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Christopher High
Christopher · Public high · Grades 9–12
206 students
Sangamon Valley High School
Niantic · Public high · Grades 9–12
204 students
| Measure | Christopher High Christopher, Illinois | Sangamon Valley High School Niantic, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #467 of 691 | #272 of 691 |
| National rank | #13880 of 16,910 | #10990 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 206 | 204 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 204 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 66.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 37% |
| city | Christopher | Niantic |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sangamon Valley High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.9 vs 27.4).
- •Sangamon Valley High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 15%).
- •Sangamon Valley High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 24.5%).
- •Christopher High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 66.2%).
- •Christopher High does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.3).
- •Christopher High is the larger school with 206 students compared with 204.
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 Christopher High better than Sangamon Valley High School?
On the Success Index (US), Sangamon Valley High School ranks higher (39.9 vs 27.4 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 Christopher High and Sangamon Valley High School?
About 209 km in a straight line, between Christopher and Niantic in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Christopher High: 206. Sangamon Valley High School: 204. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Christopher High and Sangamon Valley High School rank in Illinois?
Christopher High is 467th of 691 and Sangamon Valley High School is 272nd of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).