McClure Jr High School vs Park Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McClure Jr High School
Western Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
469 students
Park Junior High School
La Grange Park · Public middle · Grades 7–8
661 students
| Measure | McClure Jr High School Western Springs, Illinois | Park Junior High School La Grange Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #9 of 670 | #16 of 670 |
| National rank | #214 of 15,369 | #514 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 469 | 661 |
| Enrollment | 469 | 661 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 15.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 62% |
| city | Western Springs | La Grange Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McClure Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.2 vs 87.5).
- •McClure Jr High School does better on math proficiency (76% vs 62%).
- •McClure Jr High School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.5).
- •Park Junior High School is the larger school with 661 students compared with 469.
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 McClure Jr High School better than Park Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), McClure Jr High School ranks higher (91.2 vs 87.5 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 McClure Jr High School and Park Junior High School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Western Springs and La Grange Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McClure Jr High School: 469. Park Junior High School: 661. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McClure Jr High School and Park Junior High School rank in Illinois?
McClure Jr High School is 9th of 670 and Park Junior High School is 16th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).