Colin Powell Middle Sch vs Rich Township High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colin Powell Middle Sch
Matteson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
564 students
Rich Township High School
Olympia Fields · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,433 students
| Measure | Colin Powell Middle Sch Matteson, Illinois | Rich Township High School Olympia Fields, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #558 of 670 | #461 of 691 |
| National rank | #13139 of 15,369 | #13790 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 564 | 2,433 |
| Enrollment | 564 | 2,433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.3% | 44.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 9% |
| city | Matteson | Olympia Fields |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rich Township High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.9 vs 23.4).
- •Colin Powell Middle Sch does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 10%).
- •Rich Township High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.1% vs 68.3%).
- •Rich Township High School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.4).
- •Rich Township High School is the larger school with 2,433 students compared with 564.
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 Colin Powell Middle Sch better than Rich Township High School?
On the Success Index (US), Rich Township High School ranks higher (27.9 vs 23.4 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 Colin Powell Middle Sch and Rich Township High School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Matteson and Olympia Fields in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colin Powell Middle Sch: 564. Rich Township High School: 2,433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colin Powell Middle Sch and Rich Township High School rank in Illinois?
Colin Powell Middle Sch is 558th of 670 and Rich Township High School is 461st of 691 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).