John Hersey High School vs West Chicago Comm High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 32 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
West Chicago Comm High School
West Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,040 students
| Measure | John Hersey High School Arlington Heights, Illinois | West Chicago Comm High School West Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 25% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #35 of 691 | #451 of 691 |
| National rank | #4221 of 16,910 | #13612 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,040 | 2,040 |
| Enrollment | 2,040 | 2,040 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 28% |
| city | Arlington Heights | West Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Hersey High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.3 vs 28.8).
- •John Hersey High School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 28%).
- •John Hersey High School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 28%).
- •West Chicago Comm High School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.6).
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 West Chicago Comm High School?
On the Success Index (US), John Hersey High School ranks higher (66.3 vs 28.8 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 West Chicago Comm High School?
About 32 km in a straight line, between Arlington Heights and West Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Hersey High School: 2,040. West Chicago Comm High School: 2,040. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Hersey High School and West Chicago Comm High School rank in Illinois?
John Hersey High School is 35th of 691 and West Chicago Comm High School is 451st of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).