Lincoln Middle School vs West Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 119 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Middle School
Berwyn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
793 students
West Middle School
Rockford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
793 students
| Measure | Lincoln Middle School Berwyn, Illinois | West Middle School Rockford, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #398 of 670 | #651 of 670 |
| National rank | #10405 of 15,369 | #14965 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 793 | 793 |
| Enrollment | 793 | 793 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.4% | 79.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 4% |
| city | Berwyn | Rockford |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.3 vs 11.5).
- •Lincoln Middle School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 4%).
- •Lincoln Middle School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 11%).
- •West Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.3% vs 83.4%).
- •Lincoln Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.9).
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 Lincoln Middle School better than West Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Middle School ranks higher (37.3 vs 11.5 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 Lincoln Middle School and West Middle School?
About 119 km in a straight line, between Berwyn and Rockford in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Middle School: 793. West Middle School: 793. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Middle School and West Middle School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Middle School is 398th of 670 and West Middle School is 651st of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).