North Mac High School vs Orr Academy High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 316 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Mac High School
Virden · Public high · Grades 9–12
361 students
Orr Academy High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
361 students
| Measure | North Mac High School Virden, Illinois | Orr Academy High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #337 of 691 | #646 of 691 |
| National rank | #12113 of 16,910 | #16407 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 361 | 361 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.2% | 87.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 5% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 5% |
| city | Virden | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Mac High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.4 vs 12.4).
- •North Mac High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 5%).
- •North Mac High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 5%).
- •North Mac High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.2% vs 87.8%).
- •Orr Academy High School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.2).
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 North Mac High School better than Orr Academy High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Mac High School ranks higher (35.4 vs 12.4 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 North Mac High School and Orr Academy High School?
About 316 km in a straight line, between Virden and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Mac High School: 361. Orr Academy High School: 361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Mac High School and Orr Academy High School rank in Illinois?
North Mac High School is 337th of 691 and Orr Academy High School is 646th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).