Gower West Elem School vs Hinsdale South High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 584 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gower West Elem School
Willowbrook · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
531 students
Hinsdale South High School
Darien · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,370 students
| Measure | Gower West Elem School Willowbrook, Illinois | Hinsdale South High School Darien, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #127 of 2,303 | #140 of 691 |
| National rank | #5552 of 50,301 | #8257 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 531 | 1,370 |
| Enrollment | 531 | 1,370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 46% |
| city | Willowbrook | Darien |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gower West Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 50.5).
- •Gower West Elem School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 46%).
- •Gower West Elem School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 44%).
- •Hinsdale South High School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.4).
- •Hinsdale South High School is the larger school with 1,370 students compared with 531.
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 Gower West Elem School better than Hinsdale South High School?
On the Success Index (US), Gower West Elem School ranks higher (79.0 vs 50.5 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 Gower West Elem School and Hinsdale South High School?
About 584 m in a straight line, between Willowbrook and Darien in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gower West Elem School: 531. Hinsdale South High School: 1,370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gower West Elem School and Hinsdale South High School rank in Illinois?
Gower West Elem School is 127th of 2,303 and Hinsdale South High School is 140th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).