Erie Middle School vs West Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 123 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Erie Middle School
Erie · Public middle · Grades 5–8
171 students
West Central Middle School
Stronghurst · Public middle · Grades 6–8
169 students
| Measure | Erie Middle School Erie, Illinois | West Central Middle School Stronghurst, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #142 of 670 | #563 of 670 |
| National rank | #4420 of 15,369 | #13201 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 171 | 169 |
| Enrollment | 171 | 169 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.9% | 59.2% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 7.5% |
| city | Erie | Stronghurst |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Erie Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.8 vs 23.2).
- •Erie Middle School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 7.5%).
- •Erie Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 17%).
- •Erie Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.9% vs 59.2%).
- •Erie Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 11.3).
- •Erie Middle School is the larger school with 171 students compared with 169.
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 Erie Middle School better than West Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Erie Middle School ranks higher (64.8 vs 23.2 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 Erie Middle School and West Central Middle School?
About 123 km in a straight line, between Erie and Stronghurst in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erie Middle School: 171. West Central Middle School: 169. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erie Middle School and West Central Middle School rank in Illinois?
Erie Middle School is 142nd of 670 and West Central Middle School is 563rd of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).