Genoa-Kingston High School vs Prairie Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 151 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Genoa-Kingston High School
Genoa · Public high · Grades 9–12
485 students
Prairie Central High School
Fairbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
487 students
| Measure | Genoa-Kingston High School Genoa, Illinois | Prairie Central High School Fairbury, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #210 of 691 | #167 of 691 |
| National rank | #9806 of 16,910 | #8802 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 485 | 487 |
| Enrollment | 485 | 487 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.4% | 40% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Genoa | Fairbury |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prairie Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.4 vs 44.5).
- •Prairie Central High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Genoa-Kingston High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.4% vs 40%).
- •Prairie Central High School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.9).
- •Prairie Central High School is the larger school with 487 students compared with 485.
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 Genoa-Kingston High School better than Prairie Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Prairie Central High School ranks higher (48.4 vs 44.5 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 Genoa-Kingston High School and Prairie Central High School?
About 151 km in a straight line, between Genoa and Fairbury in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Genoa-Kingston High School: 485. Prairie Central High School: 487. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Genoa-Kingston High School and Prairie Central High School rank in Illinois?
Genoa-Kingston High School is 210th of 691 and Prairie Central High School is 167th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).