PLT Middle School vs Western Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 242 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
PLT Middle School
Prophetstown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
148 students
Western Jr High School
Kinderhook · Public middle · Grades 6–8
146 students
| Measure | PLT Middle School Prophetstown, Illinois | Western Jr High School Kinderhook, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #250 of 670 | #474 of 670 |
| National rank | #7317 of 15,369 | #11682 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 148 | 146 |
| Enrollment | 148 | 146 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.9% | 55.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 17% |
| city | Prophetstown | Kinderhook |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •PLT Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.5 vs 31.3).
- •PLT Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •PLT Middle School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 37%).
- •Western Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.5% vs 70.9%).
- •PLT Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.6).
- •PLT Middle School is the larger school with 148 students compared with 146.
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 PLT Middle School better than Western Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), PLT Middle School ranks higher (51.5 vs 31.3 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 PLT Middle School and Western Jr High School?
About 242 km in a straight line, between Prophetstown and Kinderhook in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
PLT Middle School: 148. Western Jr High School: 146. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do PLT Middle School and Western Jr High School rank in Illinois?
PLT Middle School is 250th of 670 and Western Jr High School is 474th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).