Benton Grade Sch 5-8 vs Highlands Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 430 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
Highlands Middle School
La Grange Highlands · Public middle · Grades 5–8
429 students
| Measure | Benton Grade Sch 5-8 Benton, Illinois | Highlands Middle School La Grange Highlands, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #505 of 670 | #26 of 670 |
| National rank | #12197 of 15,369 | #1132 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 429 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 62% |
| city | Benton | La Grange Highlands |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlands Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.3 vs 28.5).
- •Highlands Middle School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 18%).
- •Highlands Middle School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 27%).
- •Highlands Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.6).
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 Benton Grade Sch 5-8 better than Highlands Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Highlands Middle School ranks higher (82.3 vs 28.5 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 Highlands Middle School?
About 430 km in a straight line, between Benton and La Grange Highlands in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8: 429. Highlands Middle School: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Grade Sch 5-8 and Highlands Middle School rank in Illinois?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8 is 505th of 670 and Highlands Middle School is 26th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).