Independence Jr High School vs Nathan Hale Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Jr High School
Palos Heights · Public middle · Grades 6–8
236 students
Nathan Hale Middle School
Crestwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
334 students
| Measure | Independence Jr High School Palos Heights, Illinois | Nathan Hale Middle School Crestwood, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #147 of 670 | #502 of 670 |
| National rank | #4568 of 15,369 | #12115 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 236 | 334 |
| Enrollment | 236 | 334 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 65.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 12% |
| city | Palos Heights | Crestwood |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.1 vs 29.0).
- •Independence Jr High School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 12%).
- •Independence Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 31%).
- •Nathan Hale Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.2).
- •Nathan Hale Middle School is the larger school with 334 students compared with 236.
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 Independence Jr High School better than Nathan Hale Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Jr High School ranks higher (64.1 vs 29.0 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 Independence Jr High School and Nathan Hale Middle School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Palos Heights and Crestwood in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Jr High School: 236. Nathan Hale Middle School: 334. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Jr High School and Nathan Hale Middle School rank in Illinois?
Independence Jr High School is 147th of 670 and Nathan Hale Middle School is 502nd of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).