Dixon High School vs Sullivan High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 152 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dixon High School
Dixon · Public high · Grades 9–12
760 students
Sullivan High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
762 students
| Measure | Dixon High School Dixon, Illinois | Sullivan High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #351 of 691 | #553 of 691 |
| National rank | #12375 of 16,910 | #15420 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 760 | 762 |
| Enrollment | 760 | 762 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.2% | 77.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 12% |
| city | Dixon | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dixon High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 19.1).
- •Dixon High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Dixon High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 7.5%).
- •Dixon High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.2% vs 77.6%).
- •Sullivan High School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.3).
- •Sullivan High School is the larger school with 762 students compared with 760.
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 Dixon High School better than Sullivan High School?
On the Success Index (US), Dixon High School ranks higher (34.2 vs 19.1 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 Dixon High School and Sullivan High School?
About 152 km in a straight line, between Dixon and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dixon High School: 760. Sullivan High School: 762. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dixon High School and Sullivan High School rank in Illinois?
Dixon High School is 351st of 691 and Sullivan High School is 553rd of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).