Hawthorn Middle School North vs Herrick Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 49 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hawthorn Middle School North
Vernon Hills · Public middle · Grades 6–8
627 students
Herrick Middle School
Downers Grove · Public middle · Grades 7–8
626 students
| Measure | Hawthorn Middle School North Vernon Hills, Illinois | Herrick Middle School Downers Grove, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #61 of 670 | #144 of 670 |
| National rank | #2371 of 15,369 | #4490 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 627 | 626 |
| Enrollment | 627 | 626 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | 10.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 50% |
| city | Vernon Hills | Downers Grove |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hawthorn Middle School North scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.9 vs 64.5).
- •Hawthorn Middle School North does better on math proficiency (56% vs 50%).
- •Hawthorn Middle School North does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 49%).
- •Herrick Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.5% vs 33.3%).
- •Hawthorn Middle School North does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 16.1).
- •Hawthorn Middle School North is the larger school with 627 students compared with 626.
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 Hawthorn Middle School North better than Herrick Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hawthorn Middle School North ranks higher (74.9 vs 64.5 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 Hawthorn Middle School North and Herrick Middle School?
About 49 km in a straight line, between Vernon Hills and Downers Grove in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hawthorn Middle School North: 627. Herrick Middle School: 626. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hawthorn Middle School North and Herrick Middle School rank in Illinois?
Hawthorn Middle School North is 61st of 670 and Herrick Middle School is 144th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).