Alton High School vs Bloom High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 358 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alton High School
Alton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,823 students
Bloom High School
Chicago Heights · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,823 students
| Measure | Alton High School Alton, Illinois | Bloom High School Chicago Heights, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #358 of 691 | #635 of 691 |
| National rank | #12469 of 16,910 | #16316 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,823 | 1,823 |
| Enrollment | 1,823 | 1,823 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.1% | 81.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 12% |
| city | Alton | Chicago Heights |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alton High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.8 vs 13.2).
- •Alton High School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 12%).
- •Alton High School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 17%).
- •Alton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.1% vs 81.9%).
- •Bloom High School does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 18.6).
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 Alton High School better than Bloom High School?
On the Success Index (US), Alton High School ranks higher (33.8 vs 13.2 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 Alton High School and Bloom High School?
About 358 km in a straight line, between Alton and Chicago Heights in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alton High School: 1,823. Bloom High School: 1,823. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alton High School and Bloom High School rank in Illinois?
Alton High School is 358th of 691 and Bloom High School is 635th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).