Christopher High vs Meridian High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 95 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Christopher High
Christopher · Public high · Grades 9–12
206 students
Meridian High School
Mounds · Public high · Grades 6–12
206 students
| Measure | Christopher High Christopher, Illinois | Meridian High School Mounds, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #467 of 691 | #653 of 691 |
| National rank | #13880 of 16,910 | #16565 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 206 | 206 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 206 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 98.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 5% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 5% |
| city | Christopher | Mounds |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Christopher High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.4 vs 10.5).
- •Christopher High does better on math proficiency (15% vs 5%).
- •Christopher High does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 5%).
- •Christopher High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 98.5%).
- •Christopher High does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 14.7).
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 Christopher High better than Meridian High School?
On the Success Index (US), Christopher High ranks higher (27.4 vs 10.5 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 Christopher High and Meridian High School?
About 95 km in a straight line, between Christopher and Mounds in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Christopher High: 206. Meridian High School: 206. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Christopher High and Meridian High School rank in Illinois?
Christopher High is 467th of 691 and Meridian High School is 653rd of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).