Auburn High School vs Dorothy Simon Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 9.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Auburn High School
Rockford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,957 students
Dorothy Simon Elem School
Winnebago · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
297 students
| Measure | Auburn High School Rockford, Illinois | Dorothy Simon Elem School Winnebago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #466 of 691 | #298 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #13855 of 16,910 | #11643 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 1,957 | 297 |
| Enrollment | 1,957 | 297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.1% | 29.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | – |
| Math proficiency | 29% | – |
| city | Rockford | Winnebago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dorothy Simon Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.5 vs 27.5).
- •Dorothy Simon Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 67.1%).
- •Dorothy Simon Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 19.4).
- •Auburn High School is the larger school with 1,957 students compared with 297.
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 Dorothy Simon Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Dorothy Simon Elem School ranks higher (69.5 vs 27.5 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 Dorothy Simon Elem School?
About 9.1 km in a straight line, between Rockford and Winnebago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Auburn High School: 1,957. Dorothy Simon Elem School: 297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Auburn High School and Dorothy Simon Elem School rank in Illinois?
Auburn High School is 466th of 691 and Dorothy Simon Elem School is 298th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).