Grand Prairie Elem School vs North Wamac Grade School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 9.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grand Prairie Elem School
Centralia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
63 students
North Wamac Grade School
Centralia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
122 students
| Measure | Grand Prairie Elem School Centralia, Illinois | North Wamac Grade School Centralia, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2153 of 2,303 | #1535 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48128 of 50,301 | #39871 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 63 | 122 |
| Enrollment | 63 | 122 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.8% | 92.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 32% |
| city | Centralia | Centralia |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Wamac Grade School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.9 vs 13.9).
- •North Wamac Grade School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 15%).
- •North Wamac Grade School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 15%).
- •North Wamac Grade School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.6% vs 96.8%).
- •Grand Prairie Elem School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 13.6).
- •North Wamac Grade School is the larger school with 122 students compared with 63.
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 Grand Prairie Elem School better than North Wamac Grade School?
On the Success Index (US), North Wamac Grade School ranks higher (27.9 vs 13.9 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 Grand Prairie Elem School and North Wamac Grade School?
About 9.4 km in a straight line, between Centralia and Centralia in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grand Prairie Elem School: 63. North Wamac Grade School: 122. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grand Prairie Elem School and North Wamac Grade School rank in Illinois?
Grand Prairie Elem School is 2153rd of 2,303 and North Wamac Grade School is 1535th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).