Jerling Junior High School vs Walter R Sundling Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 60 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jerling Junior High School
Orland Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
677 students
Walter R Sundling Middle School
Palatine · Public middle · Grades 6–8
679 students
| Measure | Jerling Junior High School Orland Park, Illinois | Walter R Sundling Middle School Palatine, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #330 of 670 | #135 of 670 |
| National rank | #8693 of 15,369 | #4315 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 677 | 679 |
| Enrollment | 677 | 679 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 49% |
| city | Orland Park | Palatine |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter R Sundling Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 45.1).
- •Walter R Sundling Middle School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 35%).
- •Walter R Sundling Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 49%).
- •Walter R Sundling Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 14.7).
- •Walter R Sundling Middle School is the larger school with 679 students compared with 677.
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 Jerling Junior High School better than Walter R Sundling Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Walter R Sundling Middle School ranks higher (65.4 vs 45.1 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 Jerling Junior High School and Walter R Sundling Middle School?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Orland Park and Palatine in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jerling Junior High School: 677. Walter R Sundling Middle School: 679. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jerling Junior High School and Walter R Sundling Middle School rank in Illinois?
Jerling Junior High School is 330th of 670 and Walter R Sundling Middle School is 135th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).