Elgin High School vs Ellis Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elgin High School
Elgin · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,576 students
Ellis Middle School
Elgin · Public middle · Grades 7–8
496 students
| Measure | Elgin High School Elgin, Illinois | Ellis Middle School Elgin, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #529 of 691 | #567 of 670 |
| National rank | #14957 of 16,910 | #13267 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 2,576 | 496 |
| Enrollment | 2,576 | 496 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.1% | 72.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 15% |
| city | Elgin | Elgin |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.9 vs 22.8).
- •Elgin High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •Elgin High School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Elgin High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.1% vs 72.4%).
- •Ellis Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 17.3).
- •Elgin High School is the larger school with 2,576 students compared with 496.
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 Elgin High School better than Ellis 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 Elgin High School and Ellis Middle School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Elgin and Elgin in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elgin High School: 2,576. Ellis Middle School: 496. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elgin High School and Ellis Middle School rank in Illinois?
Elgin High School is 529th of 691 and Ellis Middle School is 567th of 670 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).