John Hersey High School vs Prospect High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Hersey High School
Arlington Heights · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,040 students
Prospect High School
Mt Prospect · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,245 students
| Measure | John Hersey High School Arlington Heights, Illinois | Prospect High School Mt Prospect, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #35 of 691 | #28 of 691 |
| National rank | #4221 of 16,910 | #3827 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,040 | 2,245 |
| Enrollment | 2,040 | 2,245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 73% |
| city | Arlington Heights | Mt Prospect |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prospect High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.0 vs 66.3).
- •Prospect High School does better on math proficiency (73% vs 65%).
- •Prospect High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 65%).
- •John Hersey High School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.4).
- •Prospect High School is the larger school with 2,245 students compared with 2,040.
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 John Hersey High School better than Prospect High School?
On the Success Index (US), Prospect High School ranks higher (68.0 vs 66.3 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 John Hersey High School and Prospect High School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Arlington Heights and Mt Prospect in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Hersey High School: 2,040. Prospect High School: 2,245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Hersey High School and Prospect High School rank in Illinois?
John Hersey High School is 35th of 691 and Prospect High School is 28th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).