Benjamin Franklin Middle School vs Still Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 251 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
709 students
Still Middle School
Aurora · Public middle · Grades 6–8
709 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin Middle School Springfield, Illinois | Still Middle School Aurora, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #340 of 670 | #86 of 670 |
| National rank | #9199 of 15,369 | #2952 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 709 | 709 |
| Enrollment | 709 | 709 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.5% | 18.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 49% |
| city | Springfield | Aurora |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Still Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 42.8).
- •Still Middle School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 29%).
- •Still Middle School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 43%).
- •Still Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.8% vs 53.5%).
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 Benjamin Franklin Middle School better than Still Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Still Middle School ranks higher (71.9 vs 42.8 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 Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Still Middle School?
About 251 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Aurora in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School: 709. Still Middle School: 709. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Still Middle School rank in Illinois?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is 340th of 670 and Still Middle School is 86th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).