Brooks Middle School vs Wood Oaks Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 60 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brooks Middle School
Harvey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
455 students
Wood Oaks Jr High School
Northbrook · Public middle · Grades 6–8
455 students
| Measure | Brooks Middle School Harvey, Illinois | Wood Oaks Jr High School Northbrook, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 94 Top 5% |
| State rank | #653 of 670 | #4 of 670 |
| National rank | #14995 of 15,369 | #74 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 455 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89% | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 74% |
| city | Harvey | Northbrook |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wood Oaks Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (94.2 vs 11.1).
- •Wood Oaks Jr High School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 10%).
- •Wood Oaks Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 21%).
- •Wood Oaks Jr High School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 17.5).
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 Brooks Middle School better than Wood Oaks Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Wood Oaks Jr High School ranks higher (94.2 vs 11.1 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 Brooks Middle School and Wood Oaks Jr High School?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Harvey and Northbrook in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brooks Middle School: 455. Wood Oaks Jr High School: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brooks Middle School and Wood Oaks Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Brooks Middle School is 653rd of 670 and Wood Oaks Jr High School is 4th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).