Carleton W Washburne School vs Middlefork Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carleton W Washburne School
Winnetka · Public middle · Grades 7–8
376 students
Middlefork Primary School
Northfield · Public elementary · Grades K–3
241 students
| Measure | Carleton W Washburne School Winnetka, Illinois | Middlefork Primary School Northfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 95 Top 5% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1 of 670 | #43 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #40 of 15,369 | #2172 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 376 | 241 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 241 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 64.5% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 84.5% |
| city | Winnetka | Northfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carleton W Washburne School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (95.3 vs 85.6).
- •Middlefork Primary School does better on math proficiency (84.5% vs 80%).
- •Carleton W Washburne School does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 64.5%).
- •Carleton W Washburne School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 10.5).
- •Carleton W Washburne School is the larger school with 376 students compared with 241.
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 Carleton W Washburne School better than Middlefork Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), Carleton W Washburne School ranks higher (95.3 vs 85.6 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 Carleton W Washburne School and Middlefork Primary School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Winnetka and Northfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carleton W Washburne School: 376. Middlefork Primary School: 241. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carleton W Washburne School and Middlefork Primary School rank in Illinois?
Carleton W Washburne School is 1st of 670 and Middlefork Primary School is 43rd of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).