East Prairie Middle School vs Maroa-Forsyth Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 65 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Prairie Middle School
Tuscola · Public middle · Grades 5–8
271 students
Maroa-Forsyth Middle School
Maroa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
271 students
| Measure | East Prairie Middle School Tuscola, Illinois | Maroa-Forsyth Middle School Maroa, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #279 of 670 | #268 of 670 |
| National rank | #7873 of 15,369 | #7682 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 271 | 271 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 271 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.8% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 32% |
| city | Tuscola | Maroa |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (48.9 vs 49.8).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 19%).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Middle School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 42.8%).
- •East Prairie Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 19.4).
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 Prairie Middle School better than Maroa-Forsyth Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are East Prairie Middle School and Maroa-Forsyth Middle School?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Tuscola and Maroa in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Prairie Middle School: 271. Maroa-Forsyth Middle School: 271. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Prairie Middle School and Maroa-Forsyth Middle School rank in Illinois?
East Prairie Middle School is 279th of 670 and Maroa-Forsyth Middle School is 268th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).