East Alton-Wood River High Sch vs Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 388 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Alton-Wood River High Sch
Wood River · Public high · Grades 9–12
539 students
Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
538 students
| Measure | East Alton-Wood River High Sch Wood River, Illinois | Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #558 of 691 | #655 of 691 |
| National rank | #15529 of 16,910 | #16586 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 539 | 538 |
| Enrollment | 539 | 538 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.5% | 83.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 2.5% |
| city | Wood River | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Alton-Wood River High Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.5 vs 10.2).
- •East Alton-Wood River High Sch does better on math proficiency (12% vs 2.5%).
- •East Alton-Wood River High Sch does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 7.5%).
- •East Alton-Wood River High Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.5% vs 83.1%).
- •East Alton-Wood River High Sch does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 17.4).
- •East Alton-Wood River High Sch is the larger school with 539 students compared with 538.
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-Wood River High Sch better than Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts?
On the Success Index (US), East Alton-Wood River High Sch ranks higher (18.5 vs 10.2 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-Wood River High Sch and Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts?
About 388 km in a straight line, between Wood River and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Alton-Wood River High Sch: 539. Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts: 538. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Alton-Wood River High Sch and Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts rank in Illinois?
East Alton-Wood River High Sch is 558th of 691 and Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts is 655th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).