Illini West High School vs Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 189 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Illini West High School
Carthage · Public high · Grades 9–12
349 students
Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch
Maroa · Public high · Grades 9–12
348 students
| Measure | Illini West High School Carthage, Illinois | Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch Maroa, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 691 | #166 of 691 |
| National rank | #12956 of 16,910 | #8798 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 349 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 349 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.6% | 25.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Carthage | Maroa |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.4 vs 31.7).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.9% vs 53.6%).
- •Illini West High School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 15.8).
- •Illini West High School is the larger school with 349 students compared with 348.
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 Illini West High School better than Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch ranks higher (48.4 vs 31.7 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 Illini West High School and Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch?
About 189 km in a straight line, between Carthage and Maroa in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Illini West High School: 349. Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Illini West High School and Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch rank in Illinois?
Illini West High School is 397th of 691 and Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch is 166th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).