Highcrest Middle School vs Wilmette Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 639 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highcrest Middle School
Wilmette · Public middle · Grades 5–6
748 students
Wilmette Junior High School
Wilmette · Public middle · Grades 7–8
766 students
| Measure | Highcrest Middle School Wilmette, Illinois | Wilmette Junior High School Wilmette, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #30 of 670 | #43 of 670 |
| National rank | #1247 of 15,369 | #1535 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 748 | 766 |
| Enrollment | 748 | 766 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 61% |
| city | Wilmette | Wilmette |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highcrest Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.5 vs 79.7).
- •Wilmette Junior High School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 60%).
- •Highcrest Middle School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 67%).
- •Highcrest Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.0).
- •Wilmette Junior High School is the larger school with 766 students compared with 748.
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 Highcrest Middle School better than Wilmette Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Highcrest Middle School ranks higher (81.5 vs 79.7 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 Highcrest Middle School and Wilmette Junior High School?
About 639 m in a straight line, between Wilmette and Wilmette in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highcrest Middle School: 748. Wilmette Junior High School: 766. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highcrest Middle School and Wilmette Junior High School rank in Illinois?
Highcrest Middle School is 30th of 670 and Wilmette Junior High School is 43rd of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).