Normal Community High School vs University High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 7.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Normal Community High School
Normal · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,079 students
University High School
Normal · Public high · Grades 9–12
624 students
| Measure | Normal Community High School Normal, Illinois | University High School Normal, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #86 of 691 | #170 of 691 |
| National rank | #6467 of 16,910 | #8960 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,079 | 624 |
| Enrollment | 2,079 | 624 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.4% | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | – |
| Math proficiency | 49% | – |
| city | Normal | Normal |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Normal Community High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.4 vs 47.9).
- •Normal Community High School is the larger school with 2,079 students compared with 624.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Normal Community High School better than University High School?
On the Success Index (US), Normal Community High School ranks higher (57.4 vs 47.9 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 Normal Community High School and University High School?
About 7.2 km in a straight line, between Normal and Normal in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Normal Community High School: 2,079. University High School: 624. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Normal Community High School and University High School rank in Illinois?
Normal Community High School is 86th of 691 and University High School is 170th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).