Aux Sable Middle Sch vs Richardson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 53 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aux Sable Middle Sch
Joliet · Public middle · Grades 6–8
844 students
Richardson Middle School
Chicago · Public middle · Grades 5–8
844 students
| Measure | Aux Sable Middle Sch Joliet, Illinois | Richardson Middle School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #289 of 670 | #629 of 670 |
| National rank | #8032 of 15,369 | #14308 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 844 | 844 |
| Enrollment | 844 | 844 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.5% | 87.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 16% |
| city | Joliet | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aux Sable Middle Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.2 vs 16.8).
- •Aux Sable Middle Sch does better on math proficiency (35% vs 16%).
- •Aux Sable Middle Sch does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 23%).
- •Aux Sable Middle Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.5% vs 87.8%).
- •Richardson Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.1).
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 Aux Sable Middle Sch better than Richardson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Aux Sable Middle Sch ranks higher (48.2 vs 16.8 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 Aux Sable Middle Sch and Richardson Middle School?
About 53 km in a straight line, between Joliet and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aux Sable Middle Sch: 844. Richardson Middle School: 844. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aux Sable Middle Sch and Richardson Middle School rank in Illinois?
Aux Sable Middle Sch is 289th of 670 and Richardson Middle School is 629th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).