Marissa Jr & Sr High School vs Uplift Community High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 449 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marissa Jr & Sr High School
Marissa · Public high · Grades 7–12
226 students
Uplift Community High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
224 students
| Measure | Marissa Jr & Sr High School Marissa, Illinois | Uplift Community High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #435 of 691 | #544 of 691 |
| National rank | #13412 of 16,910 | #15233 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 226 | 224 |
| Enrollment | 226 | 224 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.7% | 71.9% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 5% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 5% |
| city | Marissa | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marissa Jr & Sr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.7 vs 20.2).
- •Marissa Jr & Sr High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 5%).
- •Marissa Jr & Sr High School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 5%).
- •Marissa Jr & Sr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.7% vs 71.9%).
- •Uplift Community High School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 9.8).
- •Marissa Jr & Sr High School is the larger school with 226 students compared with 224.
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 Marissa Jr & Sr High School better than Uplift Community High School?
On the Success Index (US), Marissa Jr & Sr High School ranks higher (29.7 vs 20.2 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 Marissa Jr & Sr High School and Uplift Community High School?
About 449 km in a straight line, between Marissa and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marissa Jr & Sr High School: 226. Uplift Community High School: 224. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marissa Jr & Sr High School and Uplift Community High School rank in Illinois?
Marissa Jr & Sr High School is 435th of 691 and Uplift Community High School is 544th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).