Bernard W Flinn Middle School vs Jefferson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bernard W Flinn Middle School
Rockford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
807 students
Jefferson High School
Rockford · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,173 students
| Measure | Bernard W Flinn Middle School Rockford, Illinois | Jefferson High School Rockford, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #636 of 670 | #618 of 691 |
| National rank | #14645 of 15,369 | #16162 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 807 | 2,173 |
| Enrollment | 807 | 2,173 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.5% | 70% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 11% |
| city | Rockford | Rockford |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.4 vs 14.3).
- •Jefferson High School does better on math proficiency (11% vs 6%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 11%).
- •Bernard W Flinn Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.5% vs 70%).
- •Bernard W Flinn Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 19.8).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 2,173 students compared with 807.
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 Bernard W Flinn Middle School better than Jefferson High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bernard W Flinn Middle School and Jefferson High School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Rockford and Rockford in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bernard W Flinn Middle School: 807. Jefferson High School: 2,173. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bernard W Flinn Middle School and Jefferson High School rank in Illinois?
Bernard W Flinn Middle School is 636th of 670 and Jefferson High School is 618th of 691 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).