Auburn Jr High at Divernon vs Independence Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 281 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Auburn Jr High at Divernon
Divernon · Public middle · Grades 6–8
236 students
Independence Jr High School
Palos Heights · Public middle · Grades 6–8
236 students
| Measure | Auburn Jr High at Divernon Divernon, Illinois | Independence Jr High School Palos Heights, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #292 of 670 | #147 of 670 |
| National rank | #8088 of 15,369 | #4568 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 236 | 236 |
| Enrollment | 236 | 236 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 38% |
| city | Divernon | Palos Heights |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.1 vs 47.9).
- •Independence Jr High School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 24%).
- •Independence Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 48%).
- •Independence Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.4).
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 Jr High at Divernon better than Independence Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Jr High School ranks higher (64.1 vs 47.9 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 Auburn Jr High at Divernon and Independence Jr High School?
About 281 km in a straight line, between Divernon and Palos Heights in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Auburn Jr High at Divernon: 236. Independence Jr High School: 236. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Auburn Jr High at Divernon and Independence Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Auburn Jr High at Divernon is 292nd of 670 and Independence Jr High School is 147th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).