Norwood Elem School vs PLT Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 110 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Norwood Elem School
Peoria · Public middle · Grades 5–8
150 students
PLT Middle School
Prophetstown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
148 students
| Measure | Norwood Elem School Peoria, Illinois | PLT Middle School Prophetstown, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #436 of 670 | #250 of 670 |
| National rank | #11030 of 15,369 | #7317 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 150 | 148 |
| Enrollment | 150 | 148 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.7% | 70.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 32% |
| city | Peoria | Prophetstown |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •PLT Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.5 vs 34.2).
- •PLT Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •PLT Middle School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 37%).
- •Norwood Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.7% vs 70.9%).
- •PLT Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 12.5).
- •Norwood Elem School is the larger school with 150 students compared with 148.
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 Norwood Elem School better than PLT Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), PLT Middle School ranks higher (51.5 vs 34.2 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 Norwood Elem School and PLT Middle School?
About 110 km in a straight line, between Peoria and Prophetstown in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Norwood Elem School: 150. PLT Middle School: 148. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Norwood Elem School and PLT Middle School rank in Illinois?
Norwood Elem School is 436th of 670 and PLT Middle School is 250th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).