Hawthorn Middle School North vs Highland Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 4.3 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
Highland Middle School
Libertyville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
701 students
| Measure | Hawthorn Middle School North Vernon Hills, Illinois | Highland Middle School Libertyville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #61 of 670 | #55 of 670 |
| National rank | #2371 of 15,369 | #2057 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 627 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 627 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 59% |
| city | Vernon Hills | Libertyville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 74.9).
- •Highland Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 56%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 11.4).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 701 students compared with 627.
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 Highland Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle School ranks higher (76.7 vs 74.9 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 Highland Middle School?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Vernon Hills and Libertyville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hawthorn Middle School North: 627. Highland Middle School: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hawthorn Middle School North and Highland Middle School rank in Illinois?
Hawthorn Middle School North is 61st of 670 and Highland Middle School is 55th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).