Jefferson High School vs Larkin High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 63 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson High School
Rockford · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,173 students
Larkin High School
Elgin · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,174 students
| Measure | Jefferson High School Rockford, Illinois | Larkin High School Elgin, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #618 of 691 | #548 of 691 |
| National rank | #16162 of 16,910 | #15308 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,173 | 2,174 |
| Enrollment | 2,173 | 2,174 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 12% |
| city | Rockford | Elgin |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Larkin High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.7 vs 14.3).
- •Larkin High School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 11%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •Larkin High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65% vs 70%).
- •Larkin High School does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 19.8).
- •Larkin High School is the larger school with 2,174 students compared with 2,173.
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 Jefferson High School better than Larkin High School?
On the Success Index (US), Larkin High School ranks higher (19.7 vs 14.3 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 Jefferson High School and Larkin High School?
About 63 km in a straight line, between Rockford and Elgin in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High School: 2,173. Larkin High School: 2,174. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High School and Larkin High School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson High School is 618th of 691 and Larkin High School is 548th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).