Bartlett High School vs John Hersey High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bartlett High School
Bartlett · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,037 students
John Hersey High School
Arlington Heights · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,040 students
| Measure | Bartlett High School Bartlett, Illinois | John Hersey High School Arlington Heights, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 66 Top 25% |
| State rank | #147 of 691 | #35 of 691 |
| National rank | #8380 of 16,910 | #4221 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,037 | 2,040 |
| Enrollment | 2,037 | 2,040 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 65% |
| city | Bartlett | Arlington Heights |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Hersey High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.3 vs 50.0).
- •John Hersey High School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 39%).
- •John Hersey High School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 43%).
- •Bartlett High School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.6).
- •John Hersey High School is the larger school with 2,040 students compared with 2,037.
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 Bartlett High School better than John Hersey High School?
On the Success Index (US), John Hersey High School ranks higher (66.3 vs 50.0 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 Bartlett High School and John Hersey High School?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Bartlett and Arlington Heights in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bartlett High School: 2,037. John Hersey High School: 2,040. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bartlett High School and John Hersey High School rank in Illinois?
Bartlett High School is 147th of 691 and John Hersey High School is 35th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).