Franklin Middle School vs Orland Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 34 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
Orland Jr High School
Orland Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
524 students
| Measure | Franklin Middle School Wheaton, Illinois | Orland Jr High School Orland Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #68 of 670 | #236 of 670 |
| National rank | #2559 of 15,369 | #6999 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 525 | 524 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 524 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.7% | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 37% |
| city | Wheaton | Orland Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 53.0).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 37%).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 54%).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.4).
- •Franklin Middle School is the larger school with 525 students compared with 524.
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 Orland Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Middle School ranks higher (73.9 vs 53.0 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 Orland Jr High School?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Wheaton and Orland Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Middle School: 525. Orland Jr High School: 524. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Middle School and Orland Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Franklin Middle School is 68th of 670 and Orland Jr High School is 236th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).