J Giles Elem School vs S E Gross Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 15 km 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
S E Gross Middle School
Brookfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
498 students
| Measure | J Giles Elem School Norridge, Illinois | S E Gross Middle School Brookfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #304 of 670 | #141 of 670 |
| National rank | #8231 of 15,369 | #4405 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 499 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 41% |
| city | Norridge | Brookfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •S E Gross Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.9 vs 47.3).
- •S E Gross Middle School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 34%).
- •S E Gross Middle School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 49%).
- •S E Gross Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 16.6).
- •J Giles Elem School is the larger school with 499 students compared with 498.
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 S E Gross Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), S E Gross Middle School ranks higher (64.9 vs 47.3 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 S E Gross Middle School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Norridge and Brookfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J Giles Elem School: 499. S E Gross Middle School: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J Giles Elem School and S E Gross Middle School rank in Illinois?
J Giles Elem School is 304th of 670 and S E Gross Middle School is 141st of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).