Belvidere South Middle School vs Hinsdale Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 89 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belvidere South Middle School
Belvidere · Public middle · Grades 6–8
754 students
Hinsdale Middle School
Hinsdale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
755 students
| Measure | Belvidere South Middle School Belvidere, Illinois | Hinsdale Middle School Hinsdale, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #508 of 670 | #21 of 670 |
| National rank | #12229 of 15,369 | #953 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 754 | 755 |
| Enrollment | 754 | 755 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 67% |
| city | Belvidere | Hinsdale |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hinsdale Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.5 vs 28.3).
- •Hinsdale Middle School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 15%).
- •Hinsdale Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 26%).
- •Belvidere South Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 12.2).
- •Hinsdale Middle School is the larger school with 755 students compared with 754.
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 Belvidere South Middle School better than Hinsdale Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hinsdale Middle School ranks higher (83.5 vs 28.3 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 Belvidere South Middle School and Hinsdale Middle School?
About 89 km in a straight line, between Belvidere and Hinsdale in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belvidere South Middle School: 754. Hinsdale Middle School: 755. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belvidere South Middle School and Hinsdale Middle School rank in Illinois?
Belvidere South Middle School is 508th of 670 and Hinsdale Middle School is 21st of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).