Chrisman High School vs Northwestern High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 203 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chrisman High School
Chrisman · Public high · Grades 9–12
93 students
Northwestern High School
Palmyra · Public high · Grades 9–12
94 students
| Measure | Chrisman High School Chrisman, Illinois | Northwestern High School Palmyra, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #480 of 691 | #367 of 691 |
| National rank | #14032 of 16,910 | #12609 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 93 | 94 |
| Enrollment | 93 | 94 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.2% | 39.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.3 | 8.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 10% |
| city | Chrisman | Palmyra |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwestern High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.2 vs 26.7).
- •Northwestern High School does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 10%).
- •Northwestern High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.4% vs 45.2%).
- •Northwestern High School does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 9.3).
- •Northwestern High School is the larger school with 94 students compared with 93.
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 Chrisman High School better than Northwestern High School?
On the Success Index (US), Northwestern High School ranks higher (33.2 vs 26.7 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 Chrisman High School and Northwestern High School?
About 203 km in a straight line, between Chrisman and Palmyra in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chrisman High School: 93. Northwestern High School: 94. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chrisman High School and Northwestern High School rank in Illinois?
Chrisman High School is 480th of 691 and Northwestern High School is 367th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).