Jefferson Middle School vs Old Orchard Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 221 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle School
Champaign · Public middle · Grades 6–8
711 students
Old Orchard Jr High School
Skokie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
711 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle School Champaign, Illinois | Old Orchard Jr High School Skokie, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #487 of 670 | #355 of 670 |
| National rank | #11900 of 15,369 | #9455 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 711 | 711 |
| Enrollment | 711 | 711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.5% | 57.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| city | Champaign | Skokie |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Old Orchard Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 30.1).
- •Old Orchard Jr High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Old Orchard Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 29%).
- •Old Orchard Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.9% vs 59.5%).
- •Old Orchard Jr High School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.2).
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 Old Orchard Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Old Orchard Jr High School ranks higher (41.7 vs 30.1 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 Old Orchard Jr High School?
About 221 km in a straight line, between Champaign and Skokie in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle School: 711. Old Orchard Jr High School: 711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle School and Old Orchard Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Middle School is 487th of 670 and Old Orchard Jr High School is 355th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).