Argenta-Oreana Middle School vs Maroa-Forsyth Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Argenta-Oreana Middle School
Argenta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
180 students
Maroa-Forsyth Middle School
Maroa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
271 students
| Measure | Argenta-Oreana Middle School Argenta, Illinois | Maroa-Forsyth Middle School Maroa, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #578 of 670 | #268 of 670 |
| National rank | #13432 of 15,369 | #7682 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 180 | 271 |
| Enrollment | 180 | 271 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 32% |
| city | Argenta | Maroa |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maroa-Forsyth Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.8 vs 21.9).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Middle School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 17%).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 60%).
- •Argenta-Oreana Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 19.4).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Middle School is the larger school with 271 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 Argenta-Oreana Middle School better than Maroa-Forsyth Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Maroa-Forsyth Middle School ranks higher (49.8 vs 21.9 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 Argenta-Oreana Middle School and Maroa-Forsyth Middle School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Argenta and Maroa in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Argenta-Oreana Middle School: 180. Maroa-Forsyth Middle School: 271. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Argenta-Oreana Middle School and Maroa-Forsyth Middle School rank in Illinois?
Argenta-Oreana Middle School is 578th of 670 and Maroa-Forsyth Middle School is 268th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).