Gillespie High School vs Johnston City High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 165 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gillespie High School
Gillespie · Public high · Grades 9–12
328 students
Johnston City High School
Johnston City · Public high · Grades 9–12
328 students
| Measure | Gillespie High School Gillespie, Illinois | Johnston City High School Johnston City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #310 of 691 | #419 of 691 |
| National rank | #11610 of 16,910 | #13227 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 328 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 328 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.7% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 17% |
| city | Gillespie | Johnston City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gillespie High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.4 vs 30.5).
- •Gillespie High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Gillespie High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Johnston City High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50% vs 56.7%).
- •Johnston City High School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.1).
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 Gillespie High School better than Johnston City High School?
On the Success Index (US), Gillespie High School ranks higher (37.4 vs 30.5 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 Gillespie High School and Johnston City High School?
About 165 km in a straight line, between Gillespie and Johnston City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gillespie High School: 328. Johnston City High School: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gillespie High School and Johnston City High School rank in Illinois?
Gillespie High School is 310th of 691 and Johnston City High School is 419th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).