Hufford Junior High School vs Pershing Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hufford Junior High School
Joliet ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
1,072 students
Pershing Elem School
Joliet ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ5
621 students
| Measure | Hufford Junior High School Joliet, Illinois | Pershing Elem School Joliet, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #625 of 670 | #2272 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #14217 of 15,369 | #49777 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6โ8 | Grades Kโ5 |
| Students | 1,072 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 1,072 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.3% | 96.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 13% |
| city | Joliet | Joliet |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขHufford Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.3 vs 8.7).
- โขHufford Junior High School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 13%).
- โขPershing Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.1% vs 97.3%).
- โขHufford Junior High School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 19.4).
- โขHufford Junior High School is the larger school with 1,072 students compared with 621.
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 Hufford Junior High School better than Pershing Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Hufford Junior High School ranks higher (17.3 vs 8.7 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 Hufford Junior High School and Pershing Elem School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Joliet and Joliet in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hufford Junior High School: 1,072. Pershing Elem School: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hufford Junior High School and Pershing Elem School rank in Illinois?
Hufford Junior High School is 625th of 670 and Pershing Elem School is 2272nd of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).