Highland Elem School vs Meridian Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 664 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elem School
Stillman Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
381 students
Meridian Jr High School
Stillman Valley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
328 students
| Measure | Highland Elem School Stillman Valley, Illinois | Meridian Jr High School Stillman Valley, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #225 of 2,303 | #243 of 670 |
| National rank | #9307 of 50,301 | #7238 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 381 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.9% | 29.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 48% |
| Math proficiency | – | 28% |
| city | Stillman Valley | Stillman Valley |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 51.8).
- •Meridian Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.9% vs 33.9%).
- •Highland Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 13.7).
- •Highland Elem School is the larger school with 381 students compared with 328.
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 Highland Elem School better than Meridian Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elem School ranks higher (72.9 vs 51.8 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 Highland Elem School and Meridian Jr High School?
About 664 m in a straight line, between Stillman Valley and Stillman Valley in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elem School: 381. Meridian Jr High School: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elem School and Meridian Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Highland Elem School is 225th of 2,303 and Meridian Jr High School is 243rd of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).