Bismarck-Henning Jr High School vs Rock Falls Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 242 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
Rock Falls Middle School
Rock Falls · Public middle · Grades 6–8
246 students
| Measure | Bismarck-Henning Jr High School Bismarck, Illinois | Rock Falls Middle School Rock Falls, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #314 of 670 | #295 of 670 |
| National rank | #8489 of 15,369 | #8127 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 246 | 246 |
| Enrollment | 246 | 246 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.3% | 75.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 34% |
| city | Bismarck | Rock Falls |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rock Falls Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.8 vs 46.1).
- •Rock Falls Middle School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 22%).
- •Rock Falls Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 51%).
- •Bismarck-Henning Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.3% vs 75.2%).
- •Rock Falls Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.7).
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 Rock Falls Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Rock Falls Middle School ranks higher (47.8 vs 46.1 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 Rock Falls Middle School?
About 242 km in a straight line, between Bismarck and Rock Falls in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bismarck-Henning Jr High School: 246. Rock Falls Middle School: 246. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bismarck-Henning Jr High School and Rock Falls Middle School rank in Illinois?
Bismarck-Henning Jr High School is 314th of 670 and Rock Falls Middle School is 295th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).