Jack Hille Middle School vs Ridge Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jack Hille Middle School
Oak Forest · Public middle · Grades 6–8
490 students
Ridge Early Childhood Center
Oak Forest · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
245 students
| Measure | Jack Hille Middle School Oak Forest, Illinois | Ridge Early Childhood Center Oak Forest, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #384 of 670 | #467 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #10064 of 15,369 | #16601 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 490 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 25.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24% | – |
| city | Oak Forest | Oak Forest |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ridge Early Childhood Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.3 vs 38.9).
- •Ridge Early Childhood Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.7% vs 46.5%).
- •Jack Hille Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 18.8).
- •Jack Hille Middle School is the larger school with 490 students compared with 245.
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 Jack Hille Middle School better than Ridge Early Childhood Center?
On the Success Index (US), Ridge Early Childhood Center ranks higher (62.3 vs 38.9 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 Jack Hille Middle School and Ridge Early Childhood Center?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Oak Forest and Oak Forest in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack Hille Middle School: 490. Ridge Early Childhood Center: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack Hille Middle School and Ridge Early Childhood Center rank in Illinois?
Jack Hille Middle School is 384th of 670 and Ridge Early Childhood Center is 467th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).