Central Elementary vs James Williams Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Rhinelander · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
269 students
James Williams Middle
Rhinelander · Public middle · Grades 6–8
454 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Rhinelander, Wisconsin | James Williams Middle Rhinelander, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #755 of 1,069 | #294 of 359 |
| National rank | #29436 of 50,301 | #10029 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 269 | 454 |
| Enrollment | 269 | 454 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.7% | 46.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 32% |
| city | Rhinelander | Rhinelander |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 39.1).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •James Williams Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 61.7%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 12.3).
- •James Williams Middle is the larger school with 454 students compared with 269.
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 Central Elementary better than James Williams Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (43.7 vs 39.1 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 Central Elementary and James Williams Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Rhinelander and Rhinelander in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 269. James Williams Middle: 454. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and James Williams Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Central Elementary is 755th of 1,069 and James Williams Middle is 294th of 359 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).