Harper Elem School vs Highcrest Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harper Elem School
Wilmette · Public elementary · Grades K–4
366 students
Highcrest Middle School
Wilmette · Public middle · Grades 5–6
748 students
| Measure | Harper Elem School Wilmette, Illinois | Highcrest Middle School Wilmette, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #600 of 2,303 | #30 of 670 |
| National rank | #20198 of 50,301 | #1247 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 366 | 748 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 748 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 60% |
| city | Wilmette | Wilmette |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highcrest Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.5 vs 57.1).
- •Highcrest Middle School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 57%).
- •Highcrest Middle School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 42%).
- •Highcrest Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.2).
- •Highcrest Middle School is the larger school with 748 students compared with 366.
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 Harper Elem School better than Highcrest Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Highcrest Middle School ranks higher (81.5 vs 57.1 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 Harper Elem School and Highcrest Middle School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Wilmette and Wilmette in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harper Elem School: 366. Highcrest Middle School: 748. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harper Elem School and Highcrest Middle School rank in Illinois?
Harper Elem School is 600th of 2,303 and Highcrest Middle School is 30th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).