Fulton High School vs River Bend Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 663 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fulton High School
Fulton · Public high · Grades 9–12
284 students
River Bend Middle School
Fulton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
228 students
| Measure | Fulton High School Fulton, Illinois | River Bend Middle School Fulton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #246 of 691 | #356 of 670 |
| National rank | #10540 of 16,910 | #9459 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 284 | 228 |
| Enrollment | 284 | 228 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.7% | 46.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 26% |
| city | Fulton | Fulton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.7 vs 41.7).
- •River Bend Middle School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 17%).
- •River Bend Middle School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •Fulton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.7% vs 46.5%).
- •Fulton High School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.3).
- •Fulton High School is the larger school with 284 students compared with 228.
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 Fulton High School better than River Bend Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fulton High School and River Bend Middle School?
About 663 m in a straight line, between Fulton and Fulton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fulton High School: 284. River Bend Middle School: 228. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fulton High School and River Bend Middle School rank in Illinois?
Fulton High School is 246th of 691 and River Bend Middle School is 356th of 670 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).