Highland Middle School vs Murphy Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 75 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
Murphy Junior High School
Plainfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
700 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Libertyville, Illinois | Murphy Junior High School Plainfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #55 of 670 | #165 of 670 |
| National rank | #2057 of 15,369 | #5188 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 701 | 700 |
| Enrollment | 701 | 700 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 19.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 40% |
| city | Libertyville | Plainfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 61.3).
- •Highland Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 40%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 53%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 14.9).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 701 students compared with 700.
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 Murphy Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle School ranks higher (76.7 vs 61.3 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 Murphy Junior High School?
About 75 km in a straight line, between Libertyville and Plainfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 701. Murphy Junior High School: 700. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Murphy Junior High School rank in Illinois?
Highland Middle School is 55th of 670 and Murphy Junior High School is 165th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).