East Alton Middle School vs Meridian Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 132 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Alton Middle School
East Alton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
193 students
Meridian Middle School
Macon · Public middle · Grades 6–8
195 students
| Measure | East Alton Middle School East Alton, Illinois | Meridian Middle School Macon, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #442 of 670 | #350 of 670 |
| National rank | #11120 of 15,369 | #9405 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 193 | 195 |
| Enrollment | 193 | 195 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.3% | 42.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 28% |
| city | East Alton | Macon |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meridian Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.9 vs 33.8).
- •Meridian Middle School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Meridian Middle School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 30%).
- •Meridian Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.6% vs 51.3%).
- •East Alton Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 12.2).
- •Meridian Middle School is the larger school with 195 students compared with 193.
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 East Alton Middle School better than Meridian Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Meridian Middle School ranks higher (41.9 vs 33.8 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 East Alton Middle School and Meridian Middle School?
About 132 km in a straight line, between East Alton and Macon in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Alton Middle School: 193. Meridian Middle School: 195. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Alton Middle School and Meridian Middle School rank in Illinois?
East Alton Middle School is 442nd of 670 and Meridian Middle School is 350th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).