Illini West High School vs Marshall High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 314 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
Marshall High School
Marshall · Public high · Grades 9–12
350 students
| Measure | Illini West High School Carthage, Illinois | Marshall High School Marshall, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 691 | #156 of 691 |
| National rank | #12956 of 16,910 | #8572 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 349 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 349 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.6% | 36% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| city | Carthage | Marshall |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marshall High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 31.7).
- •Marshall High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Marshall High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Marshall High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36% vs 53.6%).
- •Marshall High School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 15.2).
- •Marshall High School is the larger school with 350 students compared with 349.
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 Marshall High School?
On the Success Index (US), Marshall High School ranks higher (49.3 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 Marshall High School?
About 314 km in a straight line, between Carthage and Marshall in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Illini West High School: 349. Marshall High School: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Illini West High School and Marshall High School rank in Illinois?
Illini West High School is 397th of 691 and Marshall High School is 156th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).