Fenton High School vs Washington Comm High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 185 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fenton High School
Bensenville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,396 students
Washington Comm High School
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,399 students
| Measure | Fenton High School Bensenville, Illinois | Washington Comm High School Washington, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #309 of 691 | #117 of 691 |
| National rank | #11608 of 16,910 | #7433 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,396 | 1,399 |
| Enrollment | 1,396 | 1,399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.7% | 26.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 42% |
| city | Bensenville | Washington |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Comm High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 37.4).
- •Washington Comm High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 30%).
- •Washington Comm High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 28%).
- •Washington Comm High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.9% vs 42.7%).
- •Fenton High School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 16.3).
- •Washington Comm High School is the larger school with 1,399 students compared with 1,396.
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 Fenton High School better than Washington Comm High School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Comm High School ranks higher (53.6 vs 37.4 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 Fenton High School and Washington Comm High School?
About 185 km in a straight line, between Bensenville and Washington in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fenton High School: 1,396. Washington Comm High School: 1,399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fenton High School and Washington Comm High School rank in Illinois?
Fenton High School is 309th of 691 and Washington Comm High School is 117th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).