Bismarck-Henning Jr High School vs North Ridge Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bismarck-Henning Jr High School
Bismarck · Public middle · Grades 5–8
246 students
North Ridge Middle School
Danville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
740 students
| Measure | Bismarck-Henning Jr High School Bismarck, Illinois | North Ridge Middle School Danville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #314 of 670 | #666 of 670 |
| National rank | #8489 of 15,369 | #15255 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 246 | 740 |
| Enrollment | 246 | 740 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.3% | 88.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 9% |
| city | Bismarck | Danville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bismarck-Henning Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.1 vs 7.4).
- •Bismarck-Henning Jr High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 9%).
- •Bismarck-Henning Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 15%).
- •Bismarck-Henning Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.3% vs 88.2%).
- •Bismarck-Henning Jr High School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 21.1).
- •North Ridge Middle School is the larger school with 740 students compared with 246.
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 Bismarck-Henning Jr High School better than North Ridge Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Bismarck-Henning Jr High School ranks higher (46.1 vs 7.4 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 Bismarck-Henning Jr High School and North Ridge Middle School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Bismarck and Danville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bismarck-Henning Jr High School: 246. North Ridge Middle School: 740. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bismarck-Henning Jr High School and North Ridge Middle School rank in Illinois?
Bismarck-Henning Jr High School is 314th of 670 and North Ridge Middle School is 666th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).