Jersey Comm High School vs Thornridge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 361 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jersey Comm High School
Jerseyville · Public high · Grades 8–12
961 students
Thornridge High School
Dolton · Public high · Grades 9–12
969 students
| Measure | Jersey Comm High School Jerseyville, Illinois | Thornridge High School Dolton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #249 of 691 | #648 of 691 |
| National rank | #10606 of 16,910 | #16434 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 961 | 969 |
| Enrollment | 961 | 969 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 86.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 7% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 4% |
| city | Jerseyville | Dolton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jersey Comm High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 12.1).
- •Jersey Comm High School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 4%).
- •Jersey Comm High School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 7%).
- •Jersey Comm High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 86.2%).
- •Thornridge High School does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.0).
- •Thornridge High School is the larger school with 969 students compared with 961.
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 Jersey Comm High School better than Thornridge High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jersey Comm High School ranks higher (41.4 vs 12.1 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 Jersey Comm High School and Thornridge High School?
About 361 km in a straight line, between Jerseyville and Dolton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jersey Comm High School: 961. Thornridge High School: 969. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jersey Comm High School and Thornridge High School rank in Illinois?
Jersey Comm High School is 249th of 691 and Thornridge High School is 648th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).