Franklin Middle School vs Northbrook School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 91 km 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
Northbrook School
Mendota · Public middle · Grades 5–8
526 students
| Measure | Franklin Middle School Wheaton, Illinois | Northbrook School Mendota, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #68 of 670 | #351 of 670 |
| National rank | #2559 of 15,369 | #9408 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 525 | 526 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 526 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.7% | 58.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 34% |
| city | Wheaton | Mendota |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 41.9).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 34%).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 42%).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.7% vs 58.6%).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.8).
- •Northbrook School is the larger school with 526 students compared with 525.
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 Northbrook School?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Middle School ranks higher (73.9 vs 41.9 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 Northbrook School?
About 91 km in a straight line, between Wheaton and Mendota in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Middle School: 525. Northbrook School: 526. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Middle School and Northbrook School rank in Illinois?
Franklin Middle School is 68th of 670 and Northbrook School is 351st of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).