Auburn High School vs Gillespie High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 52 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Auburn High School
Auburn · Public high · Grades 9–12
327 students
Gillespie High School
Gillespie · Public high · Grades 9–12
328 students
| Measure | Auburn High School Auburn, Illinois | Gillespie High School Gillespie, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #208 of 691 | #310 of 691 |
| National rank | #9794 of 16,910 | #11610 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 327 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.1% | 56.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| city | Auburn | Gillespie |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Auburn High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.5 vs 37.4).
- •Gillespie High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Auburn High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Auburn High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.1% vs 56.7%).
- •Gillespie High School is the larger school with 328 students compared with 327.
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 Auburn High School better than Gillespie High School?
On the Success Index (US), Auburn High School ranks higher (44.5 vs 37.4 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 Auburn High School and Gillespie High School?
About 52 km in a straight line, between Auburn and Gillespie in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Auburn High School: 327. Gillespie High School: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Auburn High School and Gillespie High School rank in Illinois?
Auburn High School is 208th of 691 and Gillespie High School is 310th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).