Mercer County High School vs Porta High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 151 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mercer County High School
Aledo · Public high · Grades 9–12
411 students
Porta High School
Petersburg · Public high · Grades 7–12
411 students
| Measure | Mercer County High School Aledo, Illinois | Porta High School Petersburg, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #189 of 691 | #287 of 691 |
| National rank | #9434 of 16,910 | #11248 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 411 | 411 |
| Enrollment | 411 | 411 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.6% | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 24% |
| city | Aledo | Petersburg |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mercer County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.1 vs 38.8).
- •Mercer County High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Mercer County High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Mercer County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.6% vs 47%).
- •Porta High School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.3).
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 Mercer County High School better than Porta High School?
On the Success Index (US), Mercer County High School ranks higher (46.1 vs 38.8 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 Mercer County High School and Porta High School?
About 151 km in a straight line, between Aledo and Petersburg in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mercer County High School: 411. Porta High School: 411. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mercer County High School and Porta High School rank in Illinois?
Mercer County High School is 189th of 691 and Porta High School is 287th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).