Belvidere South Middle School vs Marquardt Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 72 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
Marquardt Middle School
Glendale Hts · Public middle · Grades 6–8
754 students
| Measure | Belvidere South Middle School Belvidere, Illinois | Marquardt Middle School Glendale Hts, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #508 of 670 | #420 of 670 |
| National rank | #12229 of 15,369 | #10733 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 754 | 754 |
| Enrollment | 754 | 754 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.1% | 59.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 24% |
| city | Belvidere | Glendale Hts |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marquardt Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.6 vs 28.3).
- •Marquardt Middle School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 15%).
- •Marquardt Middle School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •Marquardt Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.9% vs 65.1%).
- •Marquardt Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 10.6).
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 Marquardt Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Marquardt Middle School ranks higher (35.6 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 Marquardt Middle School?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Belvidere and Glendale Hts in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belvidere South Middle School: 754. Marquardt Middle School: 754. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belvidere South Middle School and Marquardt Middle School rank in Illinois?
Belvidere South Middle School is 508th of 670 and Marquardt Middle School is 420th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).