Franklin Middle School vs Longfellow Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 578 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Middle School
Wheaton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
525 students
Longfellow Elem School
Wheaton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
318 students
| Measure | Franklin Middle School Wheaton, Illinois | Longfellow Elem School Wheaton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #68 of 670 | #72 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #2559 of 15,369 | #3528 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 525 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.7% | 18.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 77% |
| city | Wheaton | Wheaton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Longfellow Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.7 vs 73.9).
- •Longfellow Elem School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 51%).
- •Longfellow Elem School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 60%).
- •Longfellow Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.6% vs 25.7%).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 15.1).
- •Franklin Middle School is the larger school with 525 students compared with 318.
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 Franklin Middle School better than Longfellow Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Longfellow Elem School ranks higher (82.7 vs 73.9 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 Franklin Middle School and Longfellow Elem School?
About 578 m in a straight line, between Wheaton and Wheaton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Middle School: 525. Longfellow Elem School: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Middle School and Longfellow Elem School rank in Illinois?
Franklin Middle School is 68th of 670 and Longfellow Elem School is 72nd of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).