High Mount Elem School vs West Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Mount Elem School
Swansea · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
325 students
West Jr High School
Belleville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
364 students
| Measure | High Mount Elem School Swansea, Illinois | West Jr High School Belleville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1422 of 2,303 | #403 of 670 |
| National rank | #37733 of 50,301 | #10443 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 325 | 364 |
| Enrollment | 325 | 364 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.3% | 73.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 18% |
| city | Swansea | Belleville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.1 vs 31.2).
- •West Jr High School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 14%).
- •West Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 32%).
- •High Mount Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.3% vs 73.6%).
- •High Mount Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.6).
- •West Jr High School is the larger school with 364 students compared with 325.
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 High Mount Elem School better than West Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Jr High School ranks higher (37.1 vs 31.2 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 High Mount Elem School and West Jr High School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Swansea and Belleville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Mount Elem School: 325. West Jr High School: 364. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Mount Elem School and West Jr High School rank in Illinois?
High Mount Elem School is 1422nd of 2,303 and West Jr High School is 403rd of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).