Peter J Palombi School vs Richardson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 76 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peter J Palombi School
Lake Villa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
844 students
Richardson Middle School
Chicago · Public middle · Grades 5–8
844 students
| Measure | Peter J Palombi School Lake Villa, Illinois | Richardson Middle School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #352 of 670 | #629 of 670 |
| National rank | #9410 of 15,369 | #14308 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 844 | 844 |
| Enrollment | 844 | 844 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.3% | 87.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 16% |
| city | Lake Villa | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peter J Palombi School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.9 vs 16.8).
- •Peter J Palombi School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 16%).
- •Peter J Palombi School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 23%).
- •Peter J Palombi School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.3% vs 87.8%).
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 Peter J Palombi School better than Richardson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Peter J Palombi School ranks higher (41.9 vs 16.8 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 Peter J Palombi School and Richardson Middle School?
About 76 km in a straight line, between Lake Villa and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peter J Palombi School: 844. Richardson Middle School: 844. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peter J Palombi School and Richardson Middle School rank in Illinois?
Peter J Palombi School is 352nd of 670 and Richardson Middle School is 629th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).