Highland Middle School vs Jefferson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 310 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Middle School
Libertyville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
701 students
Jefferson Elem School
Charleston · Public middle · Grades 4–6
698 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Libertyville, Illinois | Jefferson Elem School Charleston, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #55 of 670 | #564 of 670 |
| National rank | #2057 of 15,369 | #13231 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 701 | 698 |
| Enrollment | 701 | 698 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 51.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 11% |
| city | Libertyville | Charleston |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 23.0).
- •Highland Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 11%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 24%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 16.2).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 701 students compared with 698.
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 Middle School better than Jefferson Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle School ranks higher (76.7 vs 23.0 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 Middle School and Jefferson Elem School?
About 310 km in a straight line, between Libertyville and Charleston in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 701. Jefferson Elem School: 698. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Jefferson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Highland Middle School is 55th of 670 and Jefferson Elem School is 564th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).