Algonquin Middle School vs Devonshire School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Algonquin Middle School
Des Plaines · Public middle · Grades 6–8
597 students
Devonshire School
Des Plaines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
370 students
| Measure | Algonquin Middle School Des Plaines, Illinois | Devonshire School Des Plaines, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 670 | #1128 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #7117 of 15,369 | #32605 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 597 | 370 |
| Enrollment | 597 | 370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.3% | 61.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 28% |
| city | Des Plaines | Des Plaines |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Algonquin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.3 vs 39.0).
- •Algonquin Middle School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 28%).
- •Algonquin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 40%).
- •Algonquin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.3% vs 61.1%).
- •Algonquin Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 12.8).
- •Algonquin Middle School is the larger school with 597 students compared with 370.
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 Algonquin Middle School better than Devonshire School?
On the Success Index (US), Algonquin Middle School ranks higher (52.3 vs 39.0 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 Algonquin Middle School and Devonshire School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Des Plaines and Des Plaines in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Algonquin Middle School: 597. Devonshire School: 370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Algonquin Middle School and Devonshire School rank in Illinois?
Algonquin Middle School is 241st of 670 and Devonshire School is 1128th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).