Herrin Middle School vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 9.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herrin Middle School
Herrin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
513 students
Washington Middle School
Johnston City · Public middle · Grades 5–8
296 students
| Measure | Herrin Middle School Herrin, Illinois | Washington Middle School Johnston City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #390 of 670 | #539 of 670 |
| National rank | #10213 of 15,369 | #12828 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 513 | 296 |
| Enrollment | 513 | 296 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.1% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| city | Herrin | Johnston City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Herrin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.3 vs 25.2).
- •Herrin Middle School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Herrin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 20%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 66.1%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.5).
- •Herrin Middle School is the larger school with 513 students compared with 296.
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 Herrin Middle School better than Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Herrin Middle School ranks higher (38.3 vs 25.2 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 Herrin Middle School and Washington Middle School?
About 9.3 km in a straight line, between Herrin and Johnston City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herrin Middle School: 513. Washington Middle School: 296. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herrin Middle School and Washington Middle School rank in Illinois?
Herrin Middle School is 390th of 670 and Washington Middle School is 539th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).