Emge Junior High School vs West Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emge Junior High School
Belleville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
146 students
West Jr High School
Belleville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
364 students
| Measure | Emge Junior High School Belleville, Illinois | West Jr High School Belleville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #484 of 670 | #403 of 670 |
| National rank | #11828 of 15,369 | #10443 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 146 | 364 |
| Enrollment | 146 | 364 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.8% | 73.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 18% |
| city | Belleville | Belleville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.1 vs 30.5).
- •West Jr High School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 12%).
- •West Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 37%).
- •Emge Junior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.8% vs 73.6%).
- •West Jr High School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.3).
- •West Jr High School is the larger school with 364 students compared with 146.
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 Emge Junior High School better than West Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Jr High School ranks higher (37.1 vs 30.5 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 Emge Junior High School and West Jr High School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Belleville and Belleville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emge Junior High School: 146. West Jr High School: 364. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emge Junior High School and West Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Emge Junior High School is 484th of 670 and West Jr High School is 403rd of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).