Beecher Junior High School vs Pana Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 253 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beecher Junior High School
Beecher · Public middle · Grades 6–8
249 students
Pana Jr High School
Pana · Public middle · Grades 6–8
248 students
| Measure | Beecher Junior High School Beecher, Illinois | Pana Jr High School Pana, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #376 of 670 | #416 of 670 |
| National rank | #9985 of 15,369 | #10636 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 249 | 248 |
| Enrollment | 249 | 248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.9% | 53.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 15% |
| city | Beecher | Pana |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Beecher Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 36.1).
- •Beecher Junior High School does better on math proficiency (19% vs 15%).
- •Pana Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 34%).
- •Beecher Junior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.9% vs 53.2%).
- •Pana Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 13.8).
- •Beecher Junior High School is the larger school with 249 students compared with 248.
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 Beecher Junior High School better than Pana Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Beecher Junior High School ranks higher (39.2 vs 36.1 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 Beecher Junior High School and Pana Jr High School?
About 253 km in a straight line, between Beecher and Pana in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beecher Junior High School: 249. Pana Jr High School: 248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beecher Junior High School and Pana Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Beecher Junior High School is 376th of 670 and Pana Jr High School is 416th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).