Meridian High School vs Prophetstown High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 510 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meridian High School
Mounds · Public high · Grades 6–12
206 students
Prophetstown High School
Prophetstown · Public high · Grades 9–12
205 students
| Measure | Meridian High School Mounds, Illinois | Prophetstown High School Prophetstown, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #653 of 691 | #513 of 691 |
| National rank | #16565 of 16,910 | #14618 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 206 | 205 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 205 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 57.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 15% |
| city | Mounds | Prophetstown |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prophetstown High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.8 vs 10.5).
- •Prophetstown High School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 5%).
- •Prophetstown High School does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 5%).
- •Prophetstown High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 98.5%).
- •Prophetstown High School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.7).
- •Meridian High School is the larger school with 206 students compared with 205.
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 Meridian High School better than Prophetstown High School?
On the Success Index (US), Prophetstown High School ranks higher (23.8 vs 10.5 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 Meridian High School and Prophetstown High School?
About 510 km in a straight line, between Mounds and Prophetstown in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meridian High School: 206. Prophetstown High School: 205. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meridian High School and Prophetstown High School rank in Illinois?
Meridian High School is 653rd of 691 and Prophetstown High School is 513th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).