Christopher High vs Zeigler-Royalton Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 5.0 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
Zeigler-Royalton Elem School
Mulkeytown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
258 students
| Measure | Christopher High Christopher, Illinois | Zeigler-Royalton Elem School Mulkeytown, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #467 of 691 | #1531 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #13880 of 16,910 | #39778 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 206 | 258 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 258 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 72.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 22% |
| city | Christopher | Mulkeytown |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.4 vs 28.1).
- •Zeigler-Royalton Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •Zeigler-Royalton Elem School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 24.5%).
- •Christopher High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 72.5%).
- •Christopher High does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.7).
- •Zeigler-Royalton Elem School is the larger school with 258 students compared with 206.
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 Zeigler-Royalton Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Christopher High and Zeigler-Royalton Elem School?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Christopher and Mulkeytown in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Christopher High: 206. Zeigler-Royalton Elem School: 258. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Christopher High and Zeigler-Royalton Elem School rank in Illinois?
Christopher High is 467th of 691 and Zeigler-Royalton Elem School is 1531st of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).