Benton Grade Sch 5-8 vs Carl Sandburg Middle Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 482 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Grade Sch 5-8
Benton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
429 students
Carl Sandburg Middle Sch
Freeport · Public middle · Grades 5–6
430 students
| Measure | Benton Grade Sch 5-8 Benton, Illinois | Carl Sandburg Middle Sch Freeport, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #505 of 670 | #556 of 670 |
| National rank | #12197 of 15,369 | #13113 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 429 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.1% | 68.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 12% |
| city | Benton | Freeport |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benton Grade Sch 5-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.5 vs 23.5).
- •Benton Grade Sch 5-8 does better on math proficiency (18% vs 12%).
- •Benton Grade Sch 5-8 does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Benton Grade Sch 5-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.1% vs 68.1%).
- •Carl Sandburg Middle Sch does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.6).
- •Carl Sandburg Middle Sch is the larger school with 430 students compared with 429.
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 Benton Grade Sch 5-8 better than Carl Sandburg Middle Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Benton Grade Sch 5-8 ranks higher (28.5 vs 23.5 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 Benton Grade Sch 5-8 and Carl Sandburg Middle Sch?
About 482 km in a straight line, between Benton and Freeport in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8: 429. Carl Sandburg Middle Sch: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Grade Sch 5-8 and Carl Sandburg Middle Sch rank in Illinois?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8 is 505th of 670 and Carl Sandburg Middle Sch is 556th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).