Effingham High School vs South Side Grade School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Effingham High School
Effingham · Public high · Grades 9–12
712 students
South Side Grade School
Effingham · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
248 students
| Measure | Effingham High School Effingham, Illinois | South Side Grade School Effingham, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #202 of 691 | #338 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #9638 of 16,910 | #12911 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 1–2 |
| Students | 712 | 248 |
| Enrollment | 712 | 248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.5% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Effingham | Effingham |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Side Grade School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 45.2).
- •Effingham High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.5% vs 54%).
- •South Side Grade School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 14.2).
- •Effingham High School is the larger school with 712 students compared with 248.
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 Effingham High School better than South Side Grade School?
On the Success Index (US), South Side Grade School ranks higher (67.8 vs 45.2 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 Effingham High School and South Side Grade School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Effingham and Effingham in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Effingham High School: 712. South Side Grade School: 248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Effingham High School and South Side Grade School rank in Illinois?
Effingham High School is 202nd of 691 and South Side Grade School is 338th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).