Peter J Palombi School vs William L Thompson School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.6 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
William L Thompson School
Lake Villa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
488 students
| Measure | Peter J Palombi School Lake Villa, Illinois | William L Thompson School Lake Villa, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #352 of 670 | #783 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #9410 of 15,369 | #24093 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 844 | 488 |
| Enrollment | 844 | 488 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.3% | 31.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 37% |
| city | Lake Villa | Lake Villa |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William L Thompson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.6 vs 41.9).
- •William L Thompson School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 28%).
- •William L Thompson School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 42%).
- •William L Thompson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.8% vs 45.3%).
- •William L Thompson School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.8).
- •Peter J Palombi School is the larger school with 844 students compared with 488.
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 William L Thompson School?
On the Success Index (US), William L Thompson School ranks higher (51.6 vs 41.9 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 Peter J Palombi School and William L Thompson School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Lake Villa and Lake Villa in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peter J Palombi School: 844. William L Thompson School: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peter J Palombi School and William L Thompson School rank in Illinois?
Peter J Palombi School is 352nd of 670 and William L Thompson School is 783rd of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).