Hillsboro High School vs Zion-Benton East High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 393 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillsboro High School
Hillsboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
419 students
Zion-Benton East High School
Zion · Public high · Grades 9–12
419 students
| Measure | Hillsboro High School Hillsboro, Illinois | Zion-Benton East High School Zion, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #239 of 691 | #506 of 691 |
| National rank | #10442 of 16,910 | #14435 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 419 | 419 |
| Enrollment | 419 | 419 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.3% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | Hillsboro | Zion |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillsboro High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.1 vs 24.8).
- •Hillsboro High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Hillsboro High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.3% vs 60.6%).
- •Hillsboro High School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 15.5).
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 Hillsboro High School better than Zion-Benton East High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hillsboro High School ranks higher (42.1 vs 24.8 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 Hillsboro High School and Zion-Benton East High School?
About 393 km in a straight line, between Hillsboro and Zion in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillsboro High School: 419. Zion-Benton East High School: 419. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillsboro High School and Zion-Benton East High School rank in Illinois?
Hillsboro High School is 239th of 691 and Zion-Benton East High School is 506th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).