Jefferson Middle School vs Northwood Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 64 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle School
Aurora · Public middle · Grades 6–8
577 students
Northwood Middle School
Woodstock · Public middle · Grades 6–8
576 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle School Aurora, Illinois | Northwood Middle School Woodstock, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #512 of 670 | #318 of 670 |
| National rank | #12283 of 15,369 | #8498 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 577 | 576 |
| Enrollment | 577 | 576 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.2% | 43.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 25% |
| city | Aurora | Woodstock |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwood Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.1 vs 28.1).
- •Northwood Middle School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 15%).
- •Northwood Middle School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 29%).
- •Northwood Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.2% vs 62.2%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 12.8).
- •Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 577 students compared with 576.
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 Middle School better than Northwood Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Northwood Middle School ranks higher (46.1 vs 28.1 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 Middle School and Northwood Middle School?
About 64 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Woodstock in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle School: 577. Northwood Middle School: 576. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle School and Northwood Middle School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Middle School is 512th of 670 and Northwood Middle School is 318th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).