Auburn High School vs Ellis Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.4 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
Ellis Elementary School
Rockford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
457 students
| Measure | Auburn High School Rockford, Illinois | Ellis Elementary School Rockford, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #466 of 691 | #2136 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #13855 of 16,910 | #47998 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,957 | 457 |
| Enrollment | 1,957 | 457 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.1% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 3% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 0.5% |
| city | Rockford | Rockford |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Auburn High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.5 vs 14.2).
- •Auburn High School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 0.5%).
- •Auburn High School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 3%).
- •Auburn High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.1% vs 92.8%).
- •Ellis Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 19.4).
- •Auburn High School is the larger school with 1,957 students compared with 457.
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 Ellis Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Auburn High School ranks higher (27.5 vs 14.2 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 Auburn High School and Ellis Elementary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Rockford and Rockford in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Auburn High School: 1,957. Ellis Elementary School: 457. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Auburn High School and Ellis Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Auburn High School is 466th of 691 and Ellis Elementary School is 2136th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).