Midwest Central Primary School vs South Pekin Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Midwest Central Primary School
Manito · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
South Pekin Elem School
South Pekin · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
180 students
| Measure | Midwest Central Primary School Manito, Illinois | South Pekin Elem School South Pekin, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1181 of 2,303 | #1528 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #33524 of 50,301 | #39720 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 430 | 180 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.3% | 53.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Manito | South Pekin |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Midwest Central Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 28.2).
- •Midwest Central Primary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Midwest Central Primary School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •South Pekin Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.9% vs 55.3%).
- •Midwest Central Primary School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.9).
- •Midwest Central Primary School is the larger school with 430 students compared with 180.
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 Midwest Central Primary School better than South Pekin Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Midwest Central Primary School ranks higher (37.7 vs 28.2 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 Midwest Central Primary School and South Pekin Elem School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Manito and South Pekin in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Midwest Central Primary School: 430. South Pekin Elem School: 180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Midwest Central Primary School and South Pekin Elem School rank in Illinois?
Midwest Central Primary School is 1181st of 2,303 and South Pekin Elem School is 1528th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).