Nippersink Middle School vs Northlake Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 71 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nippersink Middle School
Richmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
377 students
Northlake Middle School
Northlake · Public middle · Grades 6–8
378 students
| Measure | Nippersink Middle School Richmond, Illinois | Northlake Middle School Northlake, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 670 | #547 of 670 |
| National rank | #1996 of 15,369 | #13050 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 377 | 378 |
| Enrollment | 377 | 378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.9% | 84.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 21% |
| city | Richmond | Northlake |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nippersink Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.0 vs 23.9).
- •Nippersink Middle School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 21%).
- •Nippersink Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 27%).
- •Nippersink Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.9% vs 84.4%).
- •Northlake Middle School is the larger school with 378 students compared with 377.
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 Nippersink Middle School better than Northlake Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Nippersink Middle School ranks higher (77.0 vs 23.9 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 Nippersink Middle School and Northlake Middle School?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Northlake in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nippersink Middle School: 377. Northlake Middle School: 378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nippersink Middle School and Northlake Middle School rank in Illinois?
Nippersink Middle School is 53rd of 670 and Northlake Middle School is 547th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).