Hinsdale Middle School vs John Laidlaw Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hinsdale Middle School
Hinsdale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
755 students
John Laidlaw Elem School
Western Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
380 students
| Measure | Hinsdale Middle School Hinsdale, Illinois | John Laidlaw Elem School Western Springs, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #21 of 670 | #64 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #953 of 15,369 | #3230 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 755 | 380 |
| Enrollment | 755 | 380 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 74% |
| city | Hinsdale | Western Springs |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (83.5 vs 83.3).
- •John Laidlaw Elem School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 67%).
- •Hinsdale Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 68%).
- •Hinsdale Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.3).
- •Hinsdale Middle School is the larger school with 755 students compared with 380.
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 Hinsdale Middle School better than John Laidlaw Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hinsdale Middle School and John Laidlaw Elem School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Hinsdale and Western Springs in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hinsdale Middle School: 755. John Laidlaw Elem School: 380. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hinsdale Middle School and John Laidlaw Elem School rank in Illinois?
Hinsdale Middle School is 21st of 670 and John Laidlaw Elem School is 64th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).