East Leyden High School vs Hester Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Leyden High School
Franklin Park · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,840 students
Hester Jr High School
Franklin Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
426 students
| Measure | East Leyden High School Franklin Park, Illinois | Hester Jr High School Franklin Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #336 of 691 | #324 of 670 |
| National rank | #12106 of 16,910 | #8572 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,840 | 426 |
| Enrollment | 1,840 | 426 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54% | 62.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 33% |
| city | Franklin Park | Franklin Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hester Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.7 vs 35.4).
- •Hester Jr High School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •Hester Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 31%).
- •East Leyden High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54% vs 62.9%).
- •Hester Jr High School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.0).
- •East Leyden High School is the larger school with 1,840 students compared with 426.
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 Leyden High School better than Hester Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hester Jr High School ranks higher (45.7 vs 35.4 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 East Leyden High School and Hester Jr High School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Franklin Park and Franklin Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Leyden High School: 1,840. Hester Jr High School: 426. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Leyden High School and Hester Jr High School rank in Illinois?
East Leyden High School is 336th of 691 and Hester Jr High School is 324th of 670 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).