Pearl City High School vs Waverly Jr/Sr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 298 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pearl City High School
Pearl City · Public high · Grades 9–12
147 students
Waverly Jr/Sr High School
Waverly · Public high · Grades 7–12
147 students
| Measure | Pearl City High School Pearl City, Illinois | Waverly Jr/Sr High School Waverly, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #216 of 691 | #382 of 691 |
| National rank | #9925 of 16,910 | #12753 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 147 | 147 |
| Enrollment | 147 | 147 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.6% | 51% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 27% |
| city | Pearl City | Waverly |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pearl City High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.1 vs 32.6).
- •Pearl City High School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Waverly Jr/Sr High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Pearl City High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.6% vs 51%).
- •Pearl City High School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 18.4).
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 Pearl City High School better than Waverly Jr/Sr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pearl City High School ranks higher (44.1 vs 32.6 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 Pearl City High School and Waverly Jr/Sr High School?
About 298 km in a straight line, between Pearl City and Waverly in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pearl City High School: 147. Waverly Jr/Sr High School: 147. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pearl City High School and Waverly Jr/Sr High School rank in Illinois?
Pearl City High School is 216th of 691 and Waverly Jr/Sr High School is 382nd of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).