Benjamin Middle School vs Mark W Bills Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 179 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Middle School
West Chicago · Public middle · Grades 5–8
259 students
Mark W Bills Middle School
Peoria · Public middle · Grades 5–8
258 students
| Measure | Benjamin Middle School West Chicago, Illinois | Mark W Bills Middle School Peoria, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #73 of 670 | #530 of 670 |
| National rank | #2706 of 15,369 | #12733 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 259 | 258 |
| Enrollment | 259 | 258 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 74.8% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 23% |
| city | West Chicago | Peoria |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.1 vs 25.7).
- •Benjamin Middle School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 23%).
- •Benjamin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 22%).
- •Benjamin Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 11.7).
- •Benjamin Middle School is the larger school with 259 students compared with 258.
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 Middle School better than Mark W Bills Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Middle School ranks higher (73.1 vs 25.7 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 Middle School and Mark W Bills Middle School?
About 179 km in a straight line, between West Chicago and Peoria in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Middle School: 259. Mark W Bills Middle School: 258. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Middle School and Mark W Bills Middle School rank in Illinois?
Benjamin Middle School is 73rd of 670 and Mark W Bills Middle School is 530th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).