Highland Middle School vs Margaret Mead JHS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 31 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
Margaret Mead JHS
Elk Grove Village · Public middle · Grades 7–8
702 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Libertyville, Illinois | Margaret Mead JHS Elk Grove Village, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #55 of 670 | #100 of 670 |
| National rank | #2057 of 15,369 | #3342 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 701 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 701 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 62% |
| city | Libertyville | Elk Grove Village |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 70.0).
- •Margaret Mead JHS does better on math proficiency (62% vs 59%).
- •Margaret Mead JHS does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 60%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 15.3).
- •Margaret Mead JHS is the larger school with 702 students compared with 701.
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 Margaret Mead JHS?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle School ranks higher (76.7 vs 70.0 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 Margaret Mead JHS?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Libertyville and Elk Grove Village in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 701. Margaret Mead JHS: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Margaret Mead JHS rank in Illinois?
Highland Middle School is 55th of 670 and Margaret Mead JHS is 100th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).