J Giles Elem School vs Ridgewood Comm High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 462 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J Giles Elem School
Norridge · Public middle · Grades 5–8
499 students
Ridgewood Comm High School
Norridge · Public high · Grades 9–12
988 students
| Measure | J Giles Elem School Norridge, Illinois | Ridgewood Comm High School Norridge, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #304 of 670 | #536 of 691 |
| National rank | #8231 of 15,369 | #15079 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 499 | 988 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 988 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 20% |
| city | Norridge | Norridge |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J Giles Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 21.2).
- •J Giles Elem School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 20%).
- •J Giles Elem School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 31%).
- •Ridgewood Comm High School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 16.6).
- •Ridgewood Comm High School is the larger school with 988 students compared with 499.
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 J Giles Elem School better than Ridgewood Comm High School?
On the Success Index (US), J Giles Elem School ranks higher (47.3 vs 21.2 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 J Giles Elem School and Ridgewood Comm High School?
About 462 m in a straight line, between Norridge and Norridge in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J Giles Elem School: 499. Ridgewood Comm High School: 988. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J Giles Elem School and Ridgewood Comm High School rank in Illinois?
J Giles Elem School is 304th of 670 and Ridgewood Comm High School is 536th of 691 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).