Effingham Junior High School vs South Side Grade School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Effingham Junior High School
Effingham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
458 students
South Side Grade School
Effingham · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
248 students
| Measure | Effingham Junior High School Effingham, Illinois | South Side Grade School Effingham, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #415 of 670 | #338 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #10623 of 15,369 | #12911 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 1–2 |
| Students | 458 | 248 |
| Enrollment | 458 | 248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.7% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24% | – |
| city | Effingham | Effingham |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Side Grade School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 36.1).
- •Effingham Junior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.7% vs 54%).
- •South Side Grade School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 13.1).
- •Effingham Junior High School is the larger school with 458 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 Junior High School better than South Side Grade School?
On the Success Index (US), South Side Grade School ranks higher (67.8 vs 36.1 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 Junior High School and South Side Grade School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Effingham and Effingham in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Effingham Junior High School: 458. South Side Grade School: 248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Effingham Junior High School and South Side Grade School rank in Illinois?
Effingham Junior High School is 415th of 670 and South Side Grade School is 338th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).