Ellis Middle School vs Larsen Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellis Middle School
Elgin · Public middle · Grades 7–8
496 students
Larsen Middle School
Elgin · Public middle · Grades 7–8
570 students
| Measure | Ellis Middle School Elgin, Illinois | Larsen Middle School Elgin, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #567 of 670 | #520 of 670 |
| National rank | #13267 of 15,369 | #12513 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 496 | 570 |
| Enrollment | 496 | 570 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.4% | 62.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 21% |
| city | Elgin | Elgin |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Larsen Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.9 vs 22.8).
- •Larsen Middle School does better on math proficiency (21% vs 15%).
- •Larsen Middle School does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 18%).
- •Larsen Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.8% vs 72.4%).
- •Ellis Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.6).
- •Larsen Middle School is the larger school with 570 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 Ellis Middle School better than Larsen Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Larsen Middle School ranks higher (26.9 vs 22.8 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 Ellis Middle School and Larsen Middle School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Elgin and Elgin in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellis Middle School: 496. Larsen Middle School: 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellis Middle School and Larsen Middle School rank in Illinois?
Ellis Middle School is 567th of 670 and Larsen Middle School is 520th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).