Aptakisic Junior High School vs Meridian School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aptakisic Junior High School
Buffalo Grove · Public middle · Grades 6–8
940 students
Meridian School
Buffalo Grove · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
702 students
| Measure | Aptakisic Junior High School Buffalo Grove, Illinois | Meridian School Buffalo Grove, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #29 of 670 | #201 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #1212 of 15,369 | #8400 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 940 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 940 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 66% |
| city | Buffalo Grove | Buffalo Grove |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aptakisic Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.7 vs 74.3).
- •Aptakisic Junior High School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 66%).
- •Aptakisic Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 67%).
- •Aptakisic Junior High School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.3).
- •Aptakisic Junior High School is the larger school with 940 students compared with 702.
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 Aptakisic Junior High School better than Meridian School?
On the Success Index (US), Aptakisic Junior High School ranks higher (81.7 vs 74.3 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 Aptakisic Junior High School and Meridian School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Buffalo Grove and Buffalo Grove in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aptakisic Junior High School: 940. Meridian School: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aptakisic Junior High School and Meridian School rank in Illinois?
Aptakisic Junior High School is 29th of 670 and Meridian School is 201st of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).